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I am being harassed by a woman who is trying to force me into a romantic relationship. She makes unwanted advances, uses emotional pressure, makes false accusations, and has threatened to sue me and damage my military career if I don't comply. These threats include plans to report me for... View More 
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answered on Jun 11, 2025
You have the right to be free from harassment and threats, and you can pursue both protective orders and civil claims to stop her actions.
Start by compiling all evidence—texts, emails, call recordings, dates, times, and any witness names—and organize it chronologically. Then file in... View More
I recently discovered new evidence several months after losing my Clackamas FAPA renewal hearing that was not available during the trial. Additionally, I have evidence of partiality or discrimination from the judge that was not addressed at that time. Assuming I have enough evidence for a Motion... View More
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answered on Jun 11, 2025
It’s incredibly difficult to face the outcome of a FAPA hearing when you believe the process was unfair or incomplete. Since you now have new evidence and concerns about judicial bias, you’re not without options. Filing a Motion for Relief under ORCP 71 is a valid first step, especially if the... View More
I live in Salem, Oregon, and have been recording conversations between my wife and me, with her consent. My roommates (my brother and his girlfriend), aware that we record our conversations, have not consented but have also not objected. These recordings inadvertently captured altercations between... View More
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answered on Jun 1, 2025
You're dealing with a serious and dangerous situation, and it's completely reasonable to want legal protection. In Oregon, it's a one-party consent state for audio recordings, meaning as long as one person involved in the conversation is aware and consents, it is generally legal to... View More
I was served my original protective order from Clackamas County, Oregon, in October 2022, at which time my petitioner surrendered my gun to the sheriff. The order was scheduled to expire in October 2023, so she renewed it but did not serve it. In January 2024, I contacted the sheriff's office... View More
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answered on May 31, 2025
If the renewed protective order had not yet been served to you, then technically, you were not under notice of the new order and its restrictions should not have applied to you at that time. Service is a critical step in making a protective order enforceable against you. Until you are officially... View More
I live in Oregon and am facing issues with my neighbor's security cameras. They are positioned to record over my 6-foot fence into my side yard, where I have a reasonable expectation of privacy. I've documented the intrusion with photos showing the camera's view into my yard. I... View More
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answered on May 31, 2025
If your neighbor’s security cameras are capturing footage of your private side yard—an area where you have a reasonable expectation of privacy under Oregon law—you have a few steps you can take. Start by documenting everything, including photos of the camera positions, footage if possible,... View More
I enrolled in a program with a business that helps ex-felons obtain housing and employment. After 30 days in the program, my counselor informed me that they couldn't help me further due to my extensive record, even though assisting ex-felons is their stated purpose. They never mentioned any... View More
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answered on Jun 12, 2025
Your situation raises serious concerns about potential discrimination and false advertising, as a program specifically designed for ex-felons should not exclude you based on having "too extensive" a record without clear, pre-disclosed criteria. If they accepted you into the program... View More
In 1993, I was sentenced to 25 years for murder under Oregon's matrix system and served 23 years. I have been out for 13 years. I'm trying to understand if lifetime parole is legally enforceable since I don't recall it being part of my sentence. Additionally, my probation officer... View More
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answered on Jun 10, 2025
What you’re describing raises serious concerns about fairness, transparency, and due process. If lifetime parole was not clearly ordered as part of your original sentence or by the parole board after your release, it’s valid to question whether it’s being legally enforced. Under Oregon's... View More
A woman threatened me in person, and later did so on Facebook with messages implying harm ("help me find out who this person is so I can get rid of him... I make them disappear"). Since receiving these threats, I've stopped skateboarding daily, which I used to enjoy, and have... View More
answered on May 18, 2025
If this person has threatened you more than one time, it is possible you may qualify for a stalking order.
https://www.courts.oregon.gov/forms/Documents/Stalking-PACKET.pdf
You could also file a civil lawsuit for intentional infliction of emotional distress. If you send a demand... View More
I want to find proof of someone's abortion or pregnancy. I am not facing any legal issues nor seeking legal action; I am just trying to uncover the truth from this person. Are there any legal ways or resources available to access such personal medical records, and what ethical considerations... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
You cannot legally obtain someone else's medical records without their explicit consent. These records are protected by strict privacy laws, like HIPAA in the United States, which ensure that sensitive information remains confidential. Trying to access someone's private medical history... View More
I have a neighbor in Eugene, Oregon, who has been harassing me and my family for over two years. She repeatedly talks to my children despite my requests not to, and she causes confusion by telling them that my friend is their mother. She also often speaks negatively about us to others. She has sent... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
What you’re describing could meet the legal definition of harassment in Oregon, especially given the ongoing nature of her behavior, the emotional impact on your family, and her refusal to stop after being asked. If someone repeatedly contacts or intimidates you or those close to you without a... View More
I am seeking advice on how to obtain documentation and proof from DHS and CPS in Oregon, particularly in Grants Pass, showing that they falsified legal documents related to the removal of my children. The petition submitted to the judge for their removal wasn't dated or done until two days... View More
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answered on May 15, 2025
What you're going through sounds deeply painful and unfair, and it’s understandable that you feel like the system has failed your family. When children are removed without clear documentation or a timely court order, it raises serious concerns about due process. If the petition to remove... View More
I recently turned 18 and am still living with my parents. Yesterday, they got upset with me for having trash in my room, grounded me, took my phone, and went through it. The phone was a gift from them, and they also pay for the phone service. We have no agreements about privacy, apart from me... View More
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answered on May 15, 2025
Since you are now 18, you are legally an adult, which means you have more control over your personal property, including your phone. However, because your parents are still paying for the phone service and provided the phone as a gift, there are complexities. Legally, if they own the phone or pay... View More
While dealing with car issues on the side of the road, I was approached by a police officer who insisted I provide identification, even after I explained my situation and requested him to move his vehicle. When I declined, stating I hadn't committed a crime, he arrested me for disorderly... View More
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answered on Apr 26, 2025
I am very sorry that you were forced to endure this event. There may be facts to this event that would change my answer, and if you want to pursue any legal action, you will need to discuss this with an attorney, as you know this is intended to give you a broad idea of what your issue(s) involves.... View More
I was falsely accused of domestic violence, resulting in my arrest and a no-contact order during the ongoing court proceedings. Five and a half months later, the accuser went to the housing authority and filed a domestic violence report, claiming I was harassing her, leading to my voucher... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
You can’t simply weaponize the housing authority’s process without risk—knowingly filing a false report to a government agency can cross the line into criminal fraud or making a false statement, depending on your state’s laws.
In many jurisdictions, submitting false information on... View More
I'm facing difficulties after a false police report was filed against me for domestic violence, which led to my arrest and a no-contact order for over a year. Consequently, my housing voucher was revoked based on these allegations. I have evidence, including text messages from the accuser’s... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
You have the right to challenge any false statements made against you by filing a civil defamation suit, since Oregon law lets you seek damages when someone knowingly publishes a false allegation that harms your reputation. Gather all texts, messages, and any witness testimony that shows the report... View More
On Jan 19 2024 I was arrested for DUI. I have complex medical issues that I take a variety of medications for. Two blood pressure medications two pain relievers an anti-anxiety medication. Medication to control the uric acid in my blood. Antihistamine. A phy. assistant I believe improperly cleared... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
What you went through sounds deeply distressing and could raise both medical and constitutional concerns. When someone with documented medical needs is denied access to essential medication and equipment like a CPAP machine while in custody, that can potentially fall under cruel and unusual... View More
I am a nurse and a leader in our union, and I'm facing pressure from my employer to complete a "voluntary" Individual Development Plan (IDP) to improve my communication skills. My employer has not provided any coaching or examples to guide this process. Recently, an MD made a comment... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
You’re in a tough spot, and it’s understandable to feel uneasy about completing an Individual Development Plan that feels less than voluntary—especially when it comes on the heels of speaking up for patient safety and your union work.
If you refuse to complete the IDP, management... View More
I am a patient at Unity Behavioral Health, and since April 14th, the nurses have repeatedly refused to allow me to correspond with my support person, citing "established policy." This has occurred multiple times over the last two days, and the refusal happens even late at night. I... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
You have the right under Oregon law to send and receive mail or messages from your support person unless the staff can show that letting you do so would seriously disrupt the therapeutic environment or create a clear safety risk. Simply wanting contact with your support person doesn’t meet that... View More
I am a 17-year-old living in Oregon, and my abusive parents have kicked me out of the house for almost three weeks. I've reached out to DHS and the police for help but received little assistance. I have documented evidence of physical abuse by my mother, with recordings, photos, and written... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
You have the right as a minor to protection from abuse, and Oregon law requires Child Protective Services to investigate credible reports of physical harm. Since you’ve documented the abuse with photos, recordings, and written accounts, insist that CPS open a full investigation and consider... View More
I am 17 years old, and my parents have kicked me out of the house for nearly two weeks. I've reached out to DHS and others for help, but received little assistance. I have been physically abused by my mother and have recordings, photos, and written documentation of the incidents. Despite being... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
I'm really sorry you're going through this—it sounds like an incredibly difficult and unsafe situation. First and foremost, your safety is the most important thing. If you're still out of the house, **do not return** if you fear for your safety or well-being. If you haven't... View More
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