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OR HB2975

Bill

Status

Passed

6/19/2025

Primary Sponsor

Annessa Hartman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Amends ORS 161.067 to clarify that a domestic violence designation on a crime is not considered a separate "element" for purposes of determining separately punishable offenses

  • Prevents defendants from arguing that a domestic violence finding creates merger issues that could reduce the number of charges or convictions for underlying crimes like assault (ORS 163.160) or menacing (ORS 163.190)

  • Applies only to conduct occurring on or after the effective date of the Act

  • Takes effect on the 91st day after the 2025 regular legislative session adjourns

  • Passed House April 22, 2025 and Senate May 27, 2025 with bipartisan sponsorship

Legislative Description

Relating to crimes constituting domestic violence; and prescribing an effective date.

Last Action

Chapter 271, (2025 Laws): effective on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.

6/19/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary4/23/2025
Judiciary1/17/2025

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