Oregon · Through 2025 Edition

ORS 133.537: Protection of things seized; liability of agency.

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04 - Criminal Procedure, Crimes
14. Procedure in Criminal Matters Generally
Chapter 133 — Arrest and Related Procedures; Search and Seizure; Extradition

(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.

(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.

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