Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 136 § 136.420 — Testimony to be given orally in court; exceptions
Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 136 ·
Oregon Code § 136.420·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Testimony to be given orally in court; exceptions.
In a criminal action, the
testimony of a witness shall be given orally in the presence of the court and
jury, except:
(1) In the case
of a witness whose testimony is taken by deposition by order of the court in
pursuance of the consent of the parties, as provided in ORS 136.080 to 136.100;
or
(2) As provided
in ORS 131.045. [Formerly 136.530; 2009 c.219 §1]
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 136.420
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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