Oregon Statutes 124.140 – Estoppel based on criminal conviction
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A defendant convicted in any criminal proceeding of conduct that gives rise to a cause of action under ORS § 124.100, whether the conviction results from a plea or verdict, is estopped from denying the conduct for purposes of an action under ORS § 124.100 to 124.140. [1995 c.671 § 8]
Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 124.140
- Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Plea: In a criminal case, the defendant's statement pleading "guilty" or "not guilty" in answer to the charges, a declaration made in open court.
- Verdict: The decision of a petit jury or a judge.
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