Oregon Statutes 133.537 – Protection of things seized; liability of agency
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(1) In all cases of seizure, an agency that seizes property shall take reasonable steps to safeguard and protect the things seized against loss, damage and deterioration.
Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 133.537
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
(2) Notwithstanding subsection (1) of this section, an agency that seizes property is not liable for loss, damage or deterioration resulting from any reasonable actions taken to secure or develop evidence. [1991 c.540 § 2]
133.537 was added to and made a part of 133.525 to 133.703 by legislative action but was not added to any smaller series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.