Allegations of drunk driving can be devastating for some Portland residents. They can face difficult and harsh penalties that affect them not only emotionally but financially. In Oregon, in order for first time drunk driving offenders to regain driving privileges, they have to install an ignition interlock device into their car. This device will prevent the car from starting if alcohol is detected on a person's breath. The device is mandatory and costs between $500 and $1,000 to install. Maintenance and monitoring on the device can cost additional money.
Former Oregon sheriff accused of drug trafficking
An Oregon man has been arrested on drug charges in another state. According to reports, the 56-year-old man is a retired Clackamas County sheriff and lives in Creswell. Police stopped the man after they allegedly caught him speeding in a construction zone at around 11:00 a.m.
Portland bouncer won't face criminal charges for shooting
When people are accused of a crime, they will have the opportunity to admit to wrongdoing or to deny the charges. If people deny the criminal charges, they can formulate a criminal defense strategy that can help to prove their innocence. Sometimes, people can be cleared of the charges even before a criminal trial.
Oregon may protect electronics from warrantless searches
The Constitution of the United States provides citizens with some basic protections. Some of these protections include regulating police conduct and giving Oregon residents a right to privacy. This right to privacy prevents police from searching a person or their property without following certain procedural guidelines. In many cases, this means that police must obtain a warrant before they can search for criminal activity.
Couple facing charges after tipping Oregon waitress with drugs
When reports of drug use, manufacture or possession are given to police, Oregon police take those tips seriously. Members of the local community are often asked to give police information about drug crimes, despite having no expertise or experience on the topic. Therefore, even when community members report drug crimes, drug charges can still result for those accused.
Charges to be dropped in Portland gun case
Portland police are often asked to take small amounts of evidence and piece together a crime. In some cases, the scenario is easier to recreate and police have a solid case. In other situations, the police can reach for any information they can find and try to charge someone with a crime. When the police use circumstantial evidence, it's easy for someone to be wrongly accused of committing a crime.
Four Portland residents charged with federal drug crimes
People can buy just about anything on the Internet these days -- including illegal drugs. Many people may not realize that these transactions are possible, however, federal authorities do monitor the web for illegal drug transactions. One online investigation has led to the arrest of four Portland, Oregon residents.
Oregon laws may not define a crime in every situation
Over the last couple decades, technology has made great leaps. Computers are smaller, phones are wireless, cameras are everywhere and it's all relatively cheap. With this technology, society has changed. People are more connected. A person's every move can be tracked and recorded by social media. Events are documented by cell phone cameras and high quality video. For many, this technology has been a welcomed change. However, some in Oregon are calling for stricter laws to protect people against the misuse of technology.
Drug dog used in Oregon marijuana bust
Oregon police use many different methods to find illegal activity. They use undercover officers, searches of cars, houses and businesses, public informants and many other methods. One common tool Oregon officers use when searching for drugs are drug dogs. These dogs are specially trained to the presence of certain illegal contraband. These dogs help officers determine who they should search for drugs or where they should start their search. Often, the use of these dogs can lead to drug charges.
Rules for medical marijuana retailers being established in Oregon
The legal code in Oregon is immense and complicated. People who have not been specially trained in the laws of the state may have a very difficult time understanding everything that is required of them in a particular situation. Sometimes, even small facts and details can make a big difference -- especially in a criminal case. During a criminal investigation, police are trained to look for these small details to find every possible criminal charge. They know what details are important and could be important evidence in court.
