Bill > SB98

This bill makes numerous technical amendments to various Oregon court-related statutes, focusing on modernizing and clarifying court processes. Key provisions include replacing the word "mailed" with "sent" in multiple sections to reflect contemporary communication methods, updating terminology around court jurisdictions (such as replacing "auxiliary" with "additional" in several family law statutes), and modifying rules for juror service by allowing more flexible methods of communication. The bill also removes requirements for bound publication of court decisions, instead mandating that physical copies be maintained in specific locations like the State Law Library and law schools, while still allowing electronic publication. Additionally, the bill makes changes to how child support judgments are handled, clarifies appellate court jurisdictions, and provides more flexibility in filing and serving legal documents. The amendments are set to become operative on January 1, 2026, and the bill includes an emergency clause to ensure immediate implementation. The changes appear designed to streamline court processes, improve administrative efficiency, and adapt legal procedures to modern communication technologies.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB98