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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...
Over the last few years, the number of violent crimes in Oregon as well as across the country, has increased steadily. People are committing more and more violent crimes and the result is that people no longer feel safe in their own town or in their own homes in many...
Many people who are accused of assault allege that they were acting in self-defense. Under Oregon’s self-defense law, you are legally allowed to use physical force to protect yourself or another person from harm in certain situations. Generally, self-defense is only...
Domestic violence is a serious problem in Oregon, and victims of domestic violence should receive maximum protection from an abuser. However, the unfortunate reality is that sometimes, people make false allegations of abuse. Why people make false allegations The...
As most citizens of Oregon realize, police departments cannot search a private residence without first obtaining a search warrant authorizing the intrusion. Some searches come up empty, but the Eugene Police Department recently executed a search pursuant to a warrant...
When law enforcement goes after someone, whether it is on a tip, from observing unusual behavior, or while executing a warrant, it can be a frightening experience. It can be hard to relate to someone in a uniform, especially when they act as if you are already guilty...