· OR legislature · 2025R1

Relating to strangulation; prescribing an effective date.

Increases the penalties for the crime of strangulation constituting a felony. Punishes by a maximum of 10 years' imprisonment, $250,000 fine, or both. Directs the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission to classify the offense as a crime category 8 on the sentencing guidelines grid. Takes effect on the 91st day following…

Sponsor

Annessa Hartman (D-OR)

Introduced

2025-02-18

Policy area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Latest action

In committee upon adjournment.