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…]
State Lawmakers Debate Crime Legislation
Measure 73 was up for debate this past week in the Legislature. The measure would stiffen penalties for both sex offenders and drunk drivers. Support for the measure is low, however, given the cost and the current financial climate. [Read more…]