Specific state laws as they apply to the state of Oregon
Last Updated: January 2026 | Verified against current state statutes Quick Answer: How Long Is a Murder Sentence? Murder sentences in the United States vary dramatically by state and the degree of murder charged. First-degree murder typically carries 25 years to life or the death penalty in 27 states. Second-degree murder ranges from 4 years … Read more
What is the penalty for leaving the scene of an accident in Oregon? Under Oregon’s hit and run laws sections 811.700 through to 811.717, leaving the scene of a traffic collision that results in property damage is a misdemeanor. If anyone dies or suffers an injury, the charges escalate into a felony. In addition, prosecutors … Read more
Oregon Sexting Laws: 2026 Comprehensive Guide Oregon Sexting Laws: A Comprehensive Guide for 2026 Last Updated: February 1, 2026 Navigating the legal landscape of digital communication in Oregon requires a clear understanding of current statutes. As technology evolves, so do the laws governing how intimate images are shared, stored, and disseminated. In Oregon, “sexting” is … Read more
A Summary of Oregon Whistleblower Laws Oregon is an employment-at-will state. This means employees can be discharged from work for any reason or no reason. However, there are a few exceptions to this doctrine that are used to protect employees from wrongful retaliation. These exceptions include common law protections and statutory protections. Statutory protections are … Read more
Everything you need to know about Oregon child support laws, updated for 2026. Last verified: February 2026 Oregon Child Support Guidelines define child support as money paid by one or both parents to meet the financial needs of a child. The Oregon Department of Justice, Division of Child Support administers the state’s child support program … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Key Points Primary Law: Oregon Motor Vehicle Lemon Law (ORS 646A.400 to 646A.418) Coverage: New motor vehicles purchased or leased in Oregon within first 2 years or 24,000 miles Presumption: 3+ repair attempts (1+ for safety defects) OR 30+ calendar days out of service (60 for motorhomes) Remedies: Refund or replacement … Read more
A Summary of Child Car Seat Laws in Oregon Oregon law requires children to ride rear-facing until age 2. Once children reach the age of 2 or outgrow the rear-facing seat, they are allowed to graduate to a forward-facing seat. The law requires children over 40 pounds or those who have outgrown forward-facing seats to … Read more
Statute of Limitations OR- Summary Oregon’s statute of limitations establishes a deadline before which civil cases – such as lawsuits – must be filed in the state. In relation to criminal charges, it also prevents prosecutors from charging an individual with a crime after a specified period of time has passed. The statutes of limitations … Read more
Last Updated: January 2026 | Verified against current Oregon Revised Statutes and recent case law Quick Answer Oregon’s recording laws are complex and recently changed. For telephone calls, Oregon follows one-party consent – you can record calls you’re part of. For in-person conversations, a 2023 federal court ruling (Project Veritas v. Schmidt) struck down Oregon’s … Read more