I agree with Mr. Oberdorfer. From what you've described, if this is your only conviction and it was overturned (via the court of appeals, who...

Is it legal for a judge to own the jail in the county whose bench he sits on?

It could be. Which Oregon county's jail is privately-owned? Portland Defender 1001 Southwest 5th Avenue #1100 Portland, OR 97204 (503) 592-0606

My landlords hot water heater had an incident, which required the 50 gallon tank to be emptied.

It sounds like you're wondering whether you should be responsible for paying for the water to fill up the 50 gallon tank. When I checked the City...

Have some " friends " living / ca retaking my elderly mother's house for 2 years . We need them out now . How ?

Of course, if they do not count as "tenants" under the Oregon Residential Landlord-Tenant Act, then a 60-day notice could be a huge waste of time,...

My tenant used up her last months rent, I gave a 30 days on 1/22/13, and she still won't leave. What can I do now?

Mr. Mauger is right - an invalid notice can only get a landlord into trouble. Any landlord who wants to stay out of trouble needs to hire the help...

What can I do if my tenant, who is subleasing a room in my home, won't let me enter her room with a 24 hr. notice to enter?

Generally, landlords may not enter a rental unit (even after giving notice) if the tenant properly communicates their refusal to allow...

How do I find the name of family trustee in Washington ?

You posted this question under Oregon, but if you want to reach Washington attorneys you will need to post it under Washington.

What can I do about being blackmailed into a business lease?

I agree with Mr. Mauger - blackmail is where you are forced to do something after getting an illegal threat. So this doesn't sound like blackmail....

Is there a time limit in California for filing a will after the testator is deceased?

I agree - you will want to post this under California, not Oregon, to reach more California attorneys. Portland Defender 1001 Southwest 5th...

How long do I really have to vacate a property in Bend, OR after being served a 3 day notice? I have a 16 yr. old son.

Let's assume for the moment that a landlord has the right to give a tenant a 3-day ("72-hour") notice for non-payment of rent. Say the landlord...