Oregon Statutes 163.535 – Abandonment of a child
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(1) A person commits the crime of abandonment of a child if, being a parent, lawful guardian or other person lawfully charged with the care or custody of a child under 15 years of age, the person deserts the child in any place with intent to abandon it.
Attorney's Note
Under the Oregon Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class C felony | up to 5 years | up to $125,000 |
Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 163.535
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- Person: includes individuals, corporations, associations, firms, partnerships, limited liability companies and joint stock companies. See Oregon Statutes 174.100
(2) Abandonment of a child is a Class C felony.
(3) It is an affirmative defense to a charge of violating subsection (1) of this section that the child was left in accordance with ORS § 418.017. [1971 c.743 § 173; 2001 c.597 § 2]