How to lift a no-contact order imposed after a car incident in Oregon?

Question

I was the victim in a car-related incident with a reckless endangering charge (not domestic violence) that led to a no-contact order being imposed without my input. I live with the person involved, and I don’t feel endangered. We haven't taken any legal steps yet, but the person has a pre-trial court date on the 15th, and we need the order lifted before due to our shared living situation where we pay rent to my parents. How can we approach having the no-contact order lifted?

James L. Arrasmith · Answer

You can request that the no-contact order be modified or lifted, but only the court can officially change it. Since the order was imposed after a criminal charge, it’s likely part of the pre-trial release conditions set by the judge. Even though you’re the listed victim and you don’t feel threatened, the court views the order as a protective measure and will only consider lifting it after a formal request. 
 
You should attend the defendant’s next court date on the 15th and make your wishes known to the judge. Before that, you or the defendant can contact the district attorney’s office to ask about the process of modifying the no-contact order. In some cases, the judge may ask to hear directly from you in court to understand your perspective and confirm that you’re not being pressured. Bring any documents showing your shared lease or living arrangement to explain why the order is creating a hardship. 
 
Keep in mind that until the order is officially lifted, any contact—even if it’s mutual—could result in the other person being arrested for violating the court’s terms. Be careful and stay respectful of the process. You have a voice, and courts will usually consider the victim’s wishes when evaluating whether the no-contact order is still necessary.

Q: How to lift a no-contact order imposed after a car incident in Oregon?