Oregon Code § 40.405·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Rule
701. Opinion testimony by lay witnesses.
If the witness is not testifying as an expert,
testimony of the witness in the form of opinions or inferences is limited to
those opinions or inferences which are:
(1) Rationally
based on the perception of the witness; and
(2) Helpful to a
clear understanding of testimony of the witness or the determination of a fact
in issue. [1981 c.892 §57]
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 40.405
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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