Oregon Code § 136.005·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Challenge to jury panel.
(1) The district attorney or the defendant in a criminal action may challenge
the jury panel on the ground that there has been a material departure from the
requirements of the law governing selection of jurors by filing a motion with
the court supported by an affidavit alleging facts that, if true, constitute a
material departure from the requirements of the law governing the selection of
jurors. The party making the motion shall serve the motion and supporting
affidavit on the other party, the trial court administrator and the State Court
Administrator.
(2) A challenge
to the panel shall be made before the voir dire examination of the jury.
(3) If the court
determines that there has been a material departure from the requirements of
the law governing selection of jurors, the court shall:
(a) Stay the
proceedings pending the selection of a jury panel in conformity with the
applicable provisions of law; and
(b) Grant such
other relief as may be appropriate.
(4) The
procedures prescribed by this section are the exclusive means by which a
district attorney or defendant may challenge a jury panel. [1973 c.836 §222;
2001 c.779 §17]
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 136.005
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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