A DUI conviction in Oregon comes with a heavy cost. You face serious penalties, including high fines, loss of your driver’s license and potential jail time. If you are an immigrant, you may also worry that a DUI conviction will affect your ability to remain in the...
Over the past few years, travel has been, in a word, complicated. And, with the ever-changing laws around marijuana and marijuana derivative products at both the state and federal level, this complicated mess can confuse anyone. Now, we factor in the mass pardoning of...
If you have been charged with assault in Oregon, you could face serious consequences if you are convicted. Under state law, first degree assault is classified as a Class A felony and could result in up to 20 years in prison and $375,000, while second degree assault is...
Domestic violence is a major problem in Oregon and throughout the country. Any allegation of domestic violence should be taken seriously. However, the topic of domestic violence cannot be discussed without acknowledging the reality that sometimes the alleged victim is...
As autumn progresses, we are all making plans to travel to be with family at Thanksgiving, attend workplace holiday bashes, or even simply head to our favorite bar to watch the football game. Alcohol is served at many of these events, and you believe you know how to...
Many citizens of foreign countries are living in the United States because they are afraid to return to their home countries because of a natural disaster, civil unrest or widespread disease. These same individuals also fear being deported by the United States....
Being stopped by police on suspicion of drunk driving is a high-stress situation to be in, especially if you do not know what your rights are. Before you know it, a breath test or field sobriety test is administered, and you are arrested and charged with DUI. You may...
Under Oregon law, domestic violence is defined as abuse between spouses, persons living in the same household, and other family or household members. Several crimes may fall under the category of domestic violence including: Assault Battery Murder Harassment Burglary...
A non-citizen in the greater Portland area who faces a criminal charge should be careful before accepting any plea bargain, even if the deal keeps the person out of jail and is otherwise generous. The reason is that there are many crimes, including misdemeanors, for...