Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 204 § 204.116 — Governing body to fix compensation of county officers, deputies and employees;
Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 204 ·
Oregon Code § 204.116·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Governing body to fix compensation of county officers, deputies and employees;
disposition of fees.
(1) Except as otherwise provided by law, the governing body of each county
shall fix the compensation of its own members and of every other county
officer, deputy and employee when the compensation of such individuals is paid
from county funds.
(2) Any
commission, fees or other moneys received by a county officer, deputy or
employee for services rendered in the course of that individuals office or
employment may not be allowed to or retained by that individual, but shall
promptly be paid into the county treasury except:
(a) For
compensation fixed under subsection (1) of this section;
(b) As otherwise
determined by the governing body of the county; or
(c) As otherwise
provided by ORS 106.120 or 205.320 (1)(f). [1981 c.48 §2; 1997 c.253 §2; 1997
c.424 §2; 1999 c.776 §4; 2001 c.501 §8; 2015 c.27 §21]
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 204.116
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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