HB 3603
Requires the Judicial Department to study ways to improve the efficiency of the process for setting aside convictions.
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Oregon Department of Justice (ODJ) to study how to make it easier for people to have their criminal convictions overturned. The department is tasked with finding ways to improve the efficiency of this process and submitting their findings, including potential legislative changes, to the Oregon Legislative Assembly’s interim committees by September 15, 2026. The study’s recommendations are set to expire on January 2, 2027.
Key provisions
- Directs the Oregon Department of Justice (ODJ) to conduct a study.
- The study will focus on improving the process for setting aside convictions.
- The department must submit a report with recommendations to the Legislative Assembly’s interim committees.
- The report deadline is September 15, 2026.
- The study’s findings are subject to expiration on January 2, 2027.
Who is affected
- Oregon Department of Justice (ODJ)
- Oregon Legislative Assembly
- Individuals with criminal convictions
Notable changes
- The bill mandates a specific study on a particular process within the criminal justice system.
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