Criminal charges, regardless of the level of severity, can be damaging to a person's personal and professional life, as well as stressful. It is far more likely that a Portland resident will face a misdemeanor-level charge than a felony-level. However, for many people, misdemeanors can cause many of the same problems a felony would cause. One of the most common causes of a misdemeanor charge is a driving-related offense.
Oregon City police issue traffic citations as part of campaign
Cars are a common form of transportation in Oregon. People rely on their cars, trucks and commercial vehicles for a variety of different purposes. However, motor vehicles happen to also be one of the most highly regulated activities in Oregon as well. There are rules about who can drive, how fast people can drive and where people can drive. Activity inside a person's car -- like using a cell phone or a seatbelt -- is also regulated by state law.
Oregon baseball pitcher arrested on misdemeanor charges
People can easily make mistakes. People can forget things, mistake peoples' identities and even mistake locations. When this happens, embarrassment might follow, but generally long-term consequences are kept to a minimum. However, when criminal conduct is included in a mistake, the outcome can be very different.
Oregon track star suspected of interfering with an officer
Oregon police are responsible for investigating and stopping all sorts of criminal behavior. While some of this work is done away from the public eye, much of the police's actions can be seen by those near the supposed crime scene. While police are carrying out their job, police expect that Oregon citizen will not interfere with their work. If an Oregon resident does interrupt a police investigation that person could face criminal charges -- even if the person was not involved in the original incident.
Mix-up for Portland residents results in extra charges
In an effort to clean up the streets of Portland, reports say that police officers have been wrongfully charging some citizens with crimes. Under a new initiative -- called the Chronic Offender Pilot Program -- people were subject to Class A misdemeanor charges if they were caught littering, drinking from an open container or urinating in public. Under the program, officers would give written warnings for the first offense, then place someone under arrest for interfering with an officer for a second offense.
Oregon attorney faces misdemeanor charges
Many Oregon residents may not realize the serious consequences that any criminal charges can have on a person. In particular, people may think that misdemeanor charges do no really impact a person's life. However, a recent Oregon case shows the immediate effects that misdemeanor charges can have on people and their careers.
Oregon teenager faces misdemeanor charges after gunfight
There are certain situations where the Oregon criminal code has justified the use of violence. In some cases, the laws says it is ok, to use force -- even deadly force -- against another. Usually this force must be made in self-defense.
Oregon creates new misdemeanor for pet owners
Oregon residents may not realize it, but the criminal code effects many aspects of day-to-day life. Many people understand that violent crimes, drug charges and other major offenses are something that are punishable under the law. However, other activities may also be regulated without their knowledge. In fact, things as simple as, how long a dog can stay tied up outside can be punished under Oregon's criminal code.
Police find goods stolen from Portland airport
People may think that misdemeanor charges like shoplifting are not a big deal. However, even simple theft charges can carry penalties and affect a person's future.
- « Previous
- 1
- 2
