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Q: Can I purchase and own a firearm while still completing diversion for DUII in Multnomah county OR?

Charged with DUII, reckless driving, and reckless endanger. Allowed to do diversion since it was my first and only DUII. This is in Multnomah County Oregon.

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Brandon C. Foy
Brandon C. Foy
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  • DUI & DWI Lawyer
  • Stanfield, OR
  • Licensed in Oregon

A: Review your court documents carefully and consult with an attorney if you any further questions about your obligations arising out of your case. If you had an attorney to help you enter diversion I would reach out to them first.

That said, DUII Diversion Agreements with Oregon courts typically include no restriction on your ability to use or possess firearms. Rather, they usually require you to do only the following:

a) Pay the required diversion fees and any restitution ordered;

b) Complete an alcohol and drug abuse assessment and any recommended treatment;

c) Attend a victim impact panel as ordered by the court;

d) Not use alcohol or other intoxicants except as expressly allowed in the Explanation of Rights and DUII Diversion Agreement itself;

e) Install and use an approved Ignition Interlock Device (IID) if ordered by the court; and

f) Keep the court advised of my current mailing address.

Best of luck to you.

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