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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...
The U.S. Constitution provides that everyone who is accused of a crime has the right to an attorney. If a defendant can't afford an attorney the state should provide them with an attorney. However, as a recent lawsuit reveals, the truth is that Oregon, like many other...
Oregon has been at the forefront of a movement to liberalize drug laws. Since 2015, cannabis has been legal for both medical and recreational uses in Oregon. Many states have made similar moves in recent years, but Oregon went even further last year when voters...
You have probably heard various reasons why you should or should not talk to the police in different types of situations. These situations could include getting pulled over, receiving a phone call from a police officer or having one show up at your door to ask you...
Many people believe that those charged with financial fraud committed the fraud. However, some people face Oregon City, Oregon, fraud charges without even doing anything wrong. Identity theft First, anyone who has access to customer information could face identity...
There always seems to be some occasion this time of year where you will enjoy a drink or two. It may be a backyard bonfire, a wedding or happy hour. You always intend to drink responsibly, but the police in Oregon will be on the lookout for those they believe are...