Oregon Code § 426.675·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Determination of sexually dangerous persons; custody pending sentencing;
hearing; sentencing; rules.
(1) When a defendant has been convicted of a sexual offense under ORS 163.305
to 163.467 or 163.525 and there is probable cause to believe the defendant is a
sexually dangerous person, the court prior to imposing sentence may continue
the time for sentencing and commit the defendant to a facility designated under
ORS 426.670 for a period not to exceed 30 days for evaluation and report.
(2) If the
facility reports to the court that the defendant is a sexually dangerous person
and that treatment available may reduce the risk of future sexual offenses, the
court shall hold a hearing to determine by clear and convincing evidence that
the defendant is a sexually dangerous person. The state and the defendant shall
have the right to call and cross-examine witnesses at such hearing. The
defendant may waive the hearing required by this subsection.
(3) If the court
finds that the defendant is a sexually dangerous person and that treatment is
available which will reduce the risk of future sexual offenses, it may, in its
discretion at the time of sentencing:
(a) Sentence the
defendant to probation on the condition that the person participate in and
successfully complete a treatment program for sexually dangerous persons
pursuant to ORS 426.670;
(b) Impose a
sentence of imprisonment with the order that the defendant be assigned by the
Director of the Department of Corrections to participate in a treatment program
for sexually dangerous persons pursuant to ORS 426.670. The Department of
Corrections and the Oregon Health Authority shall jointly adopt administrative
rules to coordinate assignment and treatment of prisoners under this
subsection; or
(c) Impose any
other sentence authorized by law. [1977 c.377 §3; 1979 c.606 §2; 1987 c.320 §231;
1993 c.14 §24; 2009 c.595 §435]
Plain English Explanation
This Oregon statute addresses Determination of sexually dangerous persons; custody pending sentencing;
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 426.675
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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