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In Oregon, people who are convicted for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs will face various penalties that will have a negative impact on their lives. That can include jail, fines and losing their driver’s license. For many, there is an option to enter a...
Lawmakers and law enforcement in Oregon constantly try to make the roads safer by cracking down on drivers who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Toward that end, there are often new laws passed or changes to existing laws. Frequently, people are completely...
The alleged perpetrator of an Oregon crime spree was arrested in the northeast section of Portland after a frantic last-ditch attempt at escape. The suspect has apparently been the object of a statewide manhunt. Police were alerted to his presence in Portland when...
Digital technology has given us many benefits, but it has also eaten away at our privacy. In some ways, we all view this as a tradeoff: We get the benefits of smartphones and social media, and in return we let corporations use the data we reveal about our locations...
Facing criminal charges is, perhaps, one of the most scary and daunting times in anyone’s life. And, even when you are innocent, that fear can cause many Oregon residents to do things that can make the situation worse. One way a defendant can make their criminal...
It has long been recognized that our criminal justice system can be biased and unfair, leading to unduly harsh or wrongful sentences. One way to address the issue is through clemency. What is clemency? Clemency is an important power held by the U.S. president and...
The wheels of justice often turn very slowly. Two men who were arrested in July 2022 on suspicion of armed robbery of a pawn shop were just recently indicted by a jury in Washington County. The alleged robbery According to the Washington County Sheriff’s office, a man...
When Oregon residents face criminal charges, there’s a lot to figure out. From a practical standpoint, a defendant’s life may face immediate changes—depending on the nature of the charges. Defendants could lose their jobs, face restricted access to their children or...
You were charged with a crime or perhaps even convicted. You have served your sentence, or the charges were dropped, but your criminal record can continue to haunt you, especially if a landlord, employer or school performs a criminal background check on you. You...
Increasingly, marijuana is being legalized with people being allowed to use it recreationally and for medical purposes. This is true in Oregon and other states across the nation. However, people who were convicted of marijuana-related crimes in the past still have a...