Our Criminal Defense Legal Blog
Our attorney brings years of experience practicing criminal law to these insightful and informative blog posts. Learn more about your rights and how they are often violated by law enforcement by following our blog. This information may not only protect you from being arrested, but will also help you fight for your rights after you have been arrested.
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How much time am I facing?Answers to the often-asked questions in criminal cases: “How much time in jail am I facing?” and “What kind of fine am I facing?”
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Why did I get charged with Felony Assault 3 when I punched a guy?In Oregon, if you assault, or punch, a person while being helped by another person, you could be charged with Assault 3, which is a C Felony.
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Measure 11 and Mandatory Minimum SentencingMeasure 11 imposes mandatory minimum prison sentences on perpetrators of violent crimes, such as varying degrees of sex crimes.
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What is Oregon’s Jessica’s Law?Jessica’s Law refers to a law requiring mandatory minimum sentences for certain sex crimes that was named after a child victim in Florida.
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Oregon DUII Law GuideOregon has an implied consent law that requires you, as a driver, to consent to a breath test, urine sample, or blood draw upon request by law enforcement or face a suspension of your license.
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What are “circumstances manifesting extreme indifference to the value of human life?”How does Oregon state law define "circumstances manifesting extreme indifference to the value of human life” in Oregon?
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What happens if I get caught driving while my license is suspended in Oregon?Driving while suspended (DWS) can be a violation, a misdemeanor, or a felony depending on the underlying reason for the license suspension.
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Why did I get charged with Assault 3 when the person only suffered bruises?In Oregon, Assault 3 is a felony level assault crime. There are several ways one can be charged with Assault 3.
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What is my sentence going to be for a felony?Oregon Criminal Code establishes the maximum sentence you may receive on a felony charge.
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What is the difference between the different sex crimes under Oregon law?Learn the definitions that determine how sex crimes are categorized.