Your best option would be to get your conviction reduced to a misdemeanor. That is the only way you could restore your gun rights under both State...

When is it considered double jeopardy?

Double jeopardy occurs when a person is prosecuted more than once for the same offense. Whether this situation implicates the protections against...

There is a possibility you could be prosecuted. Whether it is a felony or misdemeanor will depend on the magnitude of the theft. Do not speak about...

I want to know if I have a chance to beat my case?

Be smart. Consult a criminal defense attorney in private. Do not post anything further about your case online. You will not get legal counsel from...

Will my friend go to jail and if so how long?

The result in this case will depend on the following: 1. What crime your friends are charged with (there is a huge difference between Arson and...

Oregon and other States have laws that punish adults for having sexual communications with minors. Look at ORS 163.432 and 163.433, and...

19 year old getting a 15 year old pregnant

Medical professionals are Mandatory Reporters in Oregon. If the illegal sexual relationship comes to the attention of a Mandatory Reporter, the...

Parents cannot "consent" to their child being sexually assaulted, so the answer to your question is NO. Your brother is at risk of destroying his...

Why is this "criminal" trespassing and not just trespassing, isn't there a difference?

Look at ORS 164.245. The situation you describe could be classified as Criminal Trespass in the Second Degree. Consult a criminal defense attorney...

You are not eligible for Diversion. Consult a criminal defense attorney immediately. Very strict time limitations apply in a situation like this....