Criminal Defense Law Blog

Avoid a Criminal Conviction: Deschutes County’s Emerging Adult Program (EAP)

If you’re between the ages of 18 and 25 and have been charged with a crime in Deschutes County, the Emerging Adult Program (EAP) offers a unique opportunity to avoid a criminal conviction and redirect your life toward a positive path.

Understanding CDL Suspensions in Oregon

If you hold a Commercial Driver License (CDL) or Commercial Learner Permit (CLP) in Oregon, it’s essential to understand the consequences of traffic offenses. The Oregon Department of Transportation enforces strict commercial driving privilege provision and if violated, can lead to a suspension or revocation of your CDL or CLP.

Oregon’s Statute of Limitations for Criminal Offenses

The statute of limitations defines the time frame within which legal proceedings must begin after a crime is committed. In Oregon, these time limits vary depending on the severity and type of offense.

Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII): Diversion Eligibility in Oregon

In Oregon, a defendant is eligible for a DUII diversion program if they meet the following conditions described in ORS § 813.215.

Implied Consent Hearings in Oregon

Under Oregon’s implied consent law, anyone who drives a motor vehicle in the state is deemed to have consented to a chemical test (breath, blood, or urine) if arrested for DUII. A test shall be administered at the request of a police officer who has reasonable grounds to believe the person was driving under the influence of intoxicants in violation of the law. While you have the option to refuse the test, doing so will result in a longer suspension…