Measure 11, a bill passed in 1994, sought to bring harsher punishments to criminals in an attempt to keep the public safe and appear tough on crime. It did that, increasing incarceration rates across the state. But a new report questions if the effects of Measure 11 are as intended or if it has done more harm than good. [Read more…]
Oregon DUII and Sex Offender Penalties Increased for Multiple Offenders
Oregon ballot initiative Measure 73, which passed in November, goes into effect on Dec 2. It will result in significantly increased penalties for 3rd offense DUII (drunk driving) charges as well as repeat sex offenders. [Read more…]
Man Repays Debt and Serves Time in Oregon Embezzlement Case
A man discovered to have swindled nearly $1 million from his former employer paid all of the money back before trial but was still sentenced to serve 3 years and 7 months in prison according to Oregon Live. According to the story, this man wasn’t just a clerk stealing a few dollars out of the cash drawer—he was the Chief Financial Officer and shareholder for a pool liner company. [Read more…]