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Introduced
02/25/2025
02/25/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act makes theft and burglary more serious crimes when they involve the theft of drugs. The Act takes effect on the 91st day after sine die. (Flesch Readability Score: 83.4). Provides that theft of a controlled substance or a prescription medication constitutes theft in the first degree. Punishes by a maximum penalty of five years’ imprisonment, a fine of up to $125,000, or both. Provides that entering or remaining unlawfully in a building that is primarily used as or con- tains a pharmacy constitutes burglary in the first degree in specified circumstances. Punishes by a maximum penalty of 20 years’ imprisonment, a fine of up to $375,000, or both. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
AI Summary
This bill strengthens legal penalties for theft and burglary specifically involving controlled substances and prescription medications. The legislation modifies Oregon Revised Statutes to add new circumstances that elevate theft to first-degree theft, including when the stolen items are controlled substances or prescription medications, which can now result in up to five years imprisonment, a fine of $125,000, or both. Similarly, the bill expands burglary in the first degree to include scenarios involving pharmacies, such as unlawfully entering a building primarily used as or containing a pharmacy with intent to steal prescription medications or controlled substances. These expanded definitions include specific legal terms like "controlled substance" (as defined in ORS 475.005), "practitioner," and "prescription medication" to provide clarity. The new provisions significantly increase potential penalties for such offenses, with burglary in the first degree now carrying a maximum punishment of 20 years imprisonment, a fine of up to $375,000, or both. The bill will take effect on the 91st day following the adjournment of the 2025 regular legislative session, demonstrating a targeted approach to addressing drug-related property crimes.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Judiciary. (on 02/27/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB3697 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for HB3697 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/86545 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB3697/Introduced |
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