Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 136 § 136.415 — Presumption of innocence; acquittal in case of reasonable doubt
Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 136 ·
Oregon Code § 136.415·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Presumption of innocence; acquittal in case of reasonable doubt.
A defendant in a criminal action
is presumed to be innocent until the contrary is proved. In case of a
reasonable doubt whether the guilt of the defendant is satisfactorily shown,
the defendant is entitled to be acquitted. [Formerly 136.520]
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 136.415
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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