Gun Rights are Not Automatically Restored After Fifteen Years Oregon Supreme Court Rules
For years it was believed by many that Oregon law automatically restored a non-violent felon’s firearm rights fifteen years after the end of their sentence. That argument is now legally dead after the Oregon Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Michael Burris for felon in possession of a restricted weapon. Mr. Burris’s attorneys argued that…
Read MoreLohrke Law presents “Doing Expungements Right” class to Criminal Defense Lawyers
Attorney Jesse Lohrke, and Lohrke Law Set Asides Manager, Cherlyn Prescott, on Friday July 22, 2022, presented a one-hour Continuing Legal Education (CLE) webinar to more than seventy members of the Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. The purpose of the presentation was to help Oregon lawyers who file expungements ensure they file fully clean up…
Read MoreThe Economic Benefits of Expungement
It won’t come as any surprise that expunging a criminal record benefits the person whose record is cleared. It’s also not much of a stretch to see how that step is beneficial to that person’s family. After all, eliminating the barriers created by a criminal record can mean: Better employment opportunities Higher wages Better access…
Read MoreGetting Hired with a Felony Conviction
In one survey of employers, just 40% said they would definitely or probably hire someone with a criminal conviction.
Read MoreChanges to Oregon Expungement Law Eligibility
Oregon Expungement law is in for big changes. Senate Bill 397 takes effect January 1, 2022. It reduces most set aside timelines and has a profound effect on non-person Class B felonies. Expungement of eligible Class B felony convictions is now possible after seven years. Cost Reduction of at least $281 per case by elimination…
Read MoreHow to Get Your Driver’s License Reinstated in Oregon after a Lifetime Revocation
In the state of Oregon, certain criminal convictions can lead to the permanent revocation of your driver’s license. For example, a third DUII conviction or felony DUII are are the most common reasons for a permanent, or lifetime, revocation. When your driving privileges are revoked, it has an impact on your day-to-day activities, such as…
Read MoreRelief from Juvenile Sex Offender Registration
Juveniles who are adjudicated for sex offenses in the state of Oregon are minors under the age of 18 that have committed a sexual offense, usually against another minor. Before August 2015, many juveniles adjudicated for sex offenses were placed on the sex offender registry for life. Juveniles are still being placed on the sex…
Read MoreBuying a Gun with a Criminal Record in Oregon
The right to bear arms is enshrined in the U.S. Constitution. This right is reiterated in the Oregon Constitution as well. In the aftermath of certain criminal offenses, however, these rights may be suspended or revoked. Adults in Oregon who wish to buy firearms are forbidden from doing so if they have been convicted of…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Owning a Firearm in Oregon
Table of Contents What Types of Firearms Can I Own?Purchasing a Gun in OregonHow and Where You May Use FirearmsConcealed Carry in OregonOpen Carry in OregonDischarging a Firearm in OregonPointing a GunSelf-Defense with a Firearm in OregonWho Can Possess a Firearm in Oregon?Who Cannot Own or Use a Firearm?What If I Own a Gun Illegally?Firearm…
Read MoreFive Things to Know About Rights Restoration in Oregon
1. Expungement clears criminal records Expungement in Oregon is a complete restoration of your rights. Records of the arrest and conviction, including police records, are destroyed and you are allowed to deny the arrest and conviction ever occurred. Only in very limited circumstances can a court reopen a sealed file. If all of your…
Read MoreCan I Teach With a Felony Conviction In Oregon?
Like many other states, Oregon is experiencing a teacher shortage. With schools struggling to hire and retain qualified people to educate our kids, it may seem like the perfect time to pursue a teaching career. But, the staffing issues at many Oregon schools haven’t changed the state licensing requirements, which can be quite stringent. In…
Read MoreExpungement and Rights Restoration Lawyers for Portland
Being convicted of a crime is a serious matter, one that will have consequences for the rest of your life. It will stay on your personal criminal record, and it can cause you to lose or have restricted some of your rights, such as the right to buy and own a firearm, or the right…
Read MoreExpungement and Rights Restoration Lawyers for Coos Bay
If one or more felony convictions that happened years ago continue to make your life difficult, there may be solutions to your problem. Oregon law includes several options for people who wish to clear their name—and their legal record. If you’ve stayed out of legal trouble long enough, a process called “set aside,” more…
Read MoreExpungement and Rights Restoration Lawyers for Central Oregon
If one or more felony convictions that happened years ago continue to make your life difficult, there may be solutions to your problem. Oregon law includes several options for people who wish to clear their name—and their legal record. If you’ve stayed out of legal trouble long enough, a process called “set aside,” more…
Read MoreExpungement and Rights Restoration Lawyers in Pendleton, Oregon
When you’re convicted of a crime, there are a number of consequences. In addition to whatever sentence you must serve, your personal criminal record is updated to include your conviction. Depending on the crime, it may stay on your record forever. It can cost you access to certain rights, such as the right to own…
Read MoreHow Do Background Checks Work in Oregon?
From renting an apartment to securing employment, background checks are a part of everyday life. However, if you have a negative mark on your background, you could have trouble even meeting the most basic needs. If you have wondered how a modern background check works in the state of Oregon and what you can do…
Read MoreExpungement Eligibility Timeframes
How Long do I have to Wait to Expunge or Set Aside a Conviction in Oregon? New expungement time-frames take effect January 1, 2022. In general, waiting periods are shorter than they were under the previous law. An explanation of the new time-frames is available here. Adult arrests that do not result in a conviction…
Read MoreExpungement Court Hearings
Must I Appear Before a Judge to Set Aside a Conviction? If you or your attorney properly investigated your case, there should be no need to appear for a hearing before a judge. A set aside in Oregon is fairly black and white. You are eligible or you are not. It is a waste of…
Read MoreExpunging or Setting Aside Convictions in Oregon: Everything You Need to Know
How Soon Should I Petition to Expunge or Set Aside? They say a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush, and this is never truer than when taking steps to have your rights restored. Pursuing a felony expungement should be undertaken as soon as possible because laws and circumstances can change. Simply…
Read MoreHow to Get Your Felony Expunged For Free in Oregon
Table of Contents What is Expungement? Rules of Eligibility Which Felonies Can Be Expunged? The Expungement Timeline The Expungement Process Removing your Information from Internet Background Checks Free Expungement in Oregon Forms You Need for Free Expungement Should You Attempt Expungement on Your Own? Talk to Lohrke Law About Expunging Your Felony If one or…
Read MoreRestoring Firearm Rights Despite a Felony Conviction
One of the consequences of a felony conviction in Oregon is revocation of the right to possess a firearm through the Second Amendment of the United States Constitution. Even if the conviction was many years ago and an isolated event, the loss of the right to purchase and own a gun continues in perpetuity. Thankfully,…
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