SB 1070

  • Oregon Senate Bill
  • 2023 Regular Session
  • Introduced in Senate Feb 27, 2023
  • Senate
  • House
  • Governor

Relating to domestic abuse survivor defendants; prescribing an effective date; providing for criminal sentence reduction that requires approval by a two-thirds majority.

Abstract

Requires sentencing court to consider as mitigation evidence whether defendant was subjected to domestic abuse that was ongoing when criminal behavior occurred and was contributing factor in criminal behavior. Provides that such evidence constitutes substantial and compelling reasons justifying downward departure sentence. Authorizes court to impose lesser sentence even if sentence is mandatory or otherwise required by law. Creates procedure by which person currently serving sentence may petition court for resentencing if person was subjected to domestic abuse that was ongoing when criminal behavior occurred and was contributing factor in criminal behavior. Establishes Task Force on Services and Support for Incarcerated Domestic Violence Survivors. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.

Bill Sponsors (11)

Votes


Actions


Jun 25, 2023

Senate

In committee upon adjournment.

Apr 17, 2023

Senate

Referred to Human Services by order of the President.

Apr 17, 2023

Senate

Recommendation: Without recommendation as to passage but w/amendments and requesting referral to Rules. Request denied by Order of the President. Referred to Human Services by Order of the President. (Printed A-Eng.)

Apr 04, 2023

Senate

Work Session held.

Mar 28, 2023

Senate

Public Hearing held.

Mar 01, 2023

Senate

Referred to Judiciary.

Feb 27, 2023

Senate

Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.

Bill Text

Bill Text Versions Format
A-Engrossed PDF
Introduced PDF
Senate Amendments to Introduced PDF
SJUD Amendment -1 PDF

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