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The passage of Measure 11 was a central issue of Governor John Kitzhaber's first term, and remains a matter of controversy in Oregon politics. Supporters credit Measure 11 for reducing crime rates. Opponents argue Measure 11 pressures innocent defendants into plea bargains for lesser (non-Measure 11) crimes, due to fear of mandatory sentences.
Murder in Oregon law constitutes the intentional killing, under circumstances defined by law, of people within or under the jurisdiction of the U.S. state of Oregon. The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that in the year 2020, the state had a murder rate well below the median for the entire country.
Oregon Administrative Rules Compilation (OAR) is the official compilation of rules and regulations, having the force of law in the U.S. state of Oregon.It is the regulatory and administrative corollary to Oregon Revised Statutes, and is published pursuant to ORS 183.360(3). [1]
The action was taken in part in response to the work of the Oregon-Washington Lawman's Association, a voluntary coalition of police professionals formed to address a need its members saw for more rigorous qualifications for Oregon law enforcement officers. In 1968, the Board's certification and training standards were made mandatory.
Convicted of murdering and dismembering three women in Portland in the 1960s and 1970s. He was the first person to be added as an eleventh name on the FBI Ten Most Wanted List. [20] Harry Charles Moore: 1941–1997 Murder Second person executed in the state of Oregon since 1978 for murders of Thomas Lauri and Barbara Cunningham. [21] Dayton ...
Capital punishment is one of two possible penalties for aggravated murder in the U.S. state of Oregon, with it being required by the Constitution of Oregon. [1]In November 2011, Governor John Kitzhaber announced a moratorium on executions in Oregon, canceling a planned execution and ordering a review of the death penalty system in the state. [2]
Crimes in Oregon (7 C, 14 P) Criminals from Oregon (4 C, 18 P) G. Gangs in Oregon (8 P) L. Law enforcement in Oregon (3 C, 11 P) V. Vandalized works of art in Oregon ...
Pages in category "People convicted of murder by Oregon" The following 34 pages are in this category, out of 34 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A.