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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/27/2025
06/27/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act directs the DOJ to do a study. (Flesch Readability Score: 80.3). Directs the Department of Justice to study possible modifications to post-conviction relief pro- ceeding procedures to increase efficiency, and provide the results of the study to the interim com- mittees of the Legislative Assembly no later than December 31, 2026. Sunsets January 2, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ) to conduct a comprehensive study on improving post-conviction relief proceeding procedures with the goal of increasing their efficiency. Post-conviction relief refers to legal procedures that allow individuals who have been convicted of a crime to challenge their conviction or sentence after the normal appeals process has been completed. The DOJ is required to complete this study and submit a detailed report, including any recommended legislative changes, to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly by December 31, 2026. The bill includes a sunset provision that automatically repeals the study requirement on January 2, 2027, meaning the legislation will no longer be in effect after that date. This approach allows the state to systematically review and potentially improve the post-conviction relief process while ensuring the study is a time-limited initiative.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment. (on 06/27/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB261 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for SB261 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/84458 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/SB261/Introduced |
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