Oregon Code § 162.035·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Bribery defenses.
(1) In any prosecution under ORS 162.015, it is a defense that the defendant
offered, conferred or agreed to confer the pecuniary benefit as a result of the
public servants conduct constituting extortion or coercion.
(2) It is no
defense to a prosecution under ORS 162.015 and 162.025 that the person sought
to be influenced was not qualified to act in the desired way, whether because
the person had not assumed office, lacked jurisdiction or for any other reason.
[1971 c.743 §181]
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 162.035
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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