Oregon Code § 44.370·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Witness
presumed to speak truth; jury judges of credibility.
A witness is presumed to speak the
truth. This presumption, however, may be overcome by the manner in which the
witness testifies, by the character of the testimony of the witness, or by
evidence affecting the character or motives of the witness, or by contradictory
evidence. Where the trial is by the jury, they are the exclusive judges of the
credibility of the witness.
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 44.370
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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