HB 3711
Repeals some of the provisions of Senate Bill 1008 (2019).
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Bill overview
This bill repeals certain provisions of Senate Bill 1008 (2019), which previously required some individuals under 18 at the time of a crime to be charged as adults. Specifically, it removes eligibility for a ‘second look’ (review of sentencing), prohibits life imprisonment, and eliminates the requirement for a release hearing after 15 years of incarceration for those charged as adults. The bill also clarifies that individuals under 18 who commit aggravated murder or certain other offenses must be charged as adults.
Key provisions
- Repeals eligibility for a ‘second look’ review of sentencing for individuals charged as adults.
- Eliminates the prohibition on life imprisonment for those charged as adults.
- Removes the requirement for a release hearing after 15 years of incarceration for those charged as adults.
- Mandates that individuals under 18 who commit aggravated murder or certain other offenses be charged as adults.
- Amends ORS 137.705 to clarify the definition of ‘charged’ and ‘detention facility’ in the context of juvenile criminal proceedings.
- Amends ORS 137.707 to specify that individuals under 18 charged with aggravated murder or certain other offenses must be prosecuted in adult court.
- Amends ORS 144.397 to establish a process for reviewing sentences of individuals convicted of crimes committed while under 18, including the possibility of release after 15 years.
- Amends ORS 161.740 to remove restrictions on sentencing for individuals convicted of crimes committed while under 18, particularly regarding life imprisonment.
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Primary sponsors
E. Werner Reschke
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