Oregon Code § 194.815·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Validity of unsworn declaration.
(1) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (2) of this section, if a law of
this state requires or permits use of a sworn declaration, an unsworn
declaration meeting the requirements of ORS 194.800 to 194.835 has the same
effect as a sworn declaration.
(2) ORS 194.800
to 194.835 do not apply to:
(a) A deposition;
(b) An oath of
office;
(c) An oath
required to be given before a specified official other than a notary public;
(d) A declaration
to be recorded pursuant to the recording laws of this state, including but not
limited to ORS 205.130 and ORS chapters 92, 93, 94, 100 and 105; or
(e) An oath
required by ORS 113.055 (1). [2013 c.218 §4]
Note:
See note under 194.800.
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 194.815
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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