Can You Fight a Restraining Order?
Understanding Restraining Orders Restraining orders, also known as protective orders, are legal...
What is a Measure 11 Crime?
Measure 11 was originally passed in 1994 to establish mandatory minimum sentencing guidelines,...
The Aftermath of Drug Decriminalization in Oregon
Why Decriminalization Was Proposed On the surface, decriminalization sounds like it could be a...
What If It Is My First Offense?
The state’s sentencing guidelines say judges must consider the seriousness of the crime and the impact on victims, while also keeping in mind the defendant’s age, prior record, and history of substance abuse. Experience shows that defendants with previous criminal...
How Do You Hire an Attorney?
What are the steps to getting legal council? I need a lawyer - now what? Research! Choose a lawyer Negotiate a legal agreement Paying your lawyer Conclusion I need a lawyer - now what? When you find yourself in the position of requiring legal counsel, you may not have...
Gypsy Jokers Clubhouse Leader Found Not Guilty In Federal Racketeering Case
(Portland, Ore) On a cloudy Tuesday, November 30, 2021, a federal jury in Portland, Oregon’s Federal Court found two members of the Gypsy Jokers, also known as the Gypsy Jokers Outlaw Motorcycle Club, guilty of kidnapping and murder in aid of racketeering. The charges were brought for the 2015 kidnapping and murder of Robert Huggins, a Portland resident and former club member and the trial lasted five weeks.
In Oregon, Why Would You Need To Register As A Sex Offender?
Sex Crimes are very serious and can have life-long consequences. If you are charged with certain types of sex crimes, you are required by law to register as a Sex Offender in Oregon. The state can charge you with a crime for not registering as a Sex Offender when...
Different Types of Law Enforcement Agents
With so many different types of government law enforcement agents, it can be confusing whichgovernment agent does what and how a citizen should react to each of them. In an emergency, you should always call 911. When reporting a non-emergency you should call your...
You’ve Received a Traffic or Parking Ticket, Now What?
Sure, you could ask the "Facebook Lawyers" how to fight a speeding ticket or how to fight a parking ticket in Oregon, and you will get all kinds of stories. People will tell you what they think the law is and what you can and can't do about tickets. You can ask your...
How To Win A DMV Hearing
There are so many things set in motion when you get arrested for a DUI in the State of Oregon, this is why it is important to get legal representation as soon as possible so you don't miss any deadlines. What is a DMV Hearing? A DMV Hearing, also called an Implied...
Always Follow Police Orders
Knowing what you can and can't do when you are interacting with a police officer is imperative. Stay calm and be courteous to the officer. Whether you are stopped in a car, on a bike, or on foot you must remain calm. Remember that anything you do or say can be used...
Drug Crime Jail Alternatives & Decriminalization
Being convicted of a Drug Crime doesn't always mean a person will be sent to jail or prison but unfortunately, that is usually the case. But it doesn't have to be. Oregon Just Decriminalized All Drugs - Possessing heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine and other drugs for...