(1) Protective custody shall not be deemed an arrest so far as the child is concerned.

Ask a criminal law question, get an answer ASAP!
Click here to chat with a criminal defense lawyer and protect your rights.

Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 419B.155

  • Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.

(2) A peace officer taking a child into protective custody has all the privileges and immunities of a peace officer making an arrest. [1993 c.33 § 62; 1993 c.546 § 28]