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Recently, a Multnomah County grand jury declined to indict a mother who shot and killed a stranger whom she discovered in her child’s bedroom. This terrifying situation brought Oregon’s laws regarding the use of deadly force to the forefront. As an expert in the area, KATU news reached out for my analysis as an experienced […]

Call a lawyer!First off, if you have been arrested for DUI you have the right to call a lawyer or anyone you would like to discuss whether or not you should take a breath test. If at all possible you should try to consult a lawyer prior to consenting to a breath test. What are […]

The Oregonian reported yesterday that a Portland man was sentenced to 6-months in jail for a hit and run involving an injured person. Ryan Jacko had downed whiskey and three beers before heading to a Trail Blazer game. After the game he struck and seriously injured a pedestrian before leaving the scene. In Oregon a hit and […]

Recently, the Oregon Supreme Court decided that an individual’s rights were violated when they were not allowed an opportunity to present a defense in a DUI case. The defense that the attorney wanted to present was that the defendant was “sleep driving.” The Oregon Supreme Court found that the trial court’s decision not to allow […]

The George Zimmerman acquittal earlier this week has left many feeling unsatisfied with the verdict in that case and has raised questions about the use of self-defense in so-called “stand your ground states.” The Gresham Outlook ran a story today and I offered insight into the law in Oregon. Check out the link here. 

Oregon House Bill 2627, which took effect upon passage, amends the DUI diversion law in Oregon to require restitution to be paid as part of the DUI diversion agreement. Restitution includes any economic damages suffered by a victim that are the result of the criminal activity. Prior to House Bill 2627, a court was not allowed […]