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Oregon · Through 2025 Edition

ORS 162.005: Definitions for ORS 162.005 to 162.425.

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  1. 04 - Criminal Procedure, Crimes
  2. 16. Crimes and Punishments
  3. Chapter 162 — Offenses Against the State and Public Justice

As used in ORS 162.005 to 162.425, unless the context requires otherwise:

      (1) “Pecuniary benefit” means gain or advantage to the beneficiary or to a third person pursuant to the desire or consent of the beneficiary, in the form of money, property, commercial interests or economic gain, but does not include a political campaign contribution reported in accordance with ORS chapter 260, unless the contribution is made in exchange for a promise to perform or not perform an official act.

      (2) “Public servant” means:

      (a) A public official as defined in ORS 244.020;

      (b) A person serving as an advisor, consultant or assistant at the request or direction of the state, any political subdivision thereof or of any governmental instrumentality within the state;

      (c) A person nominated, elected or appointed to become a public servant, although not yet occupying the position; and

      (d) Jurors.

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