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Oregon law allows any person to file a civil suit/bring a civil action against a public body or agency that violates these laws. Oregon Sanctuary Promise Hotline advocates can help connect you to resources and legal agencies to understand what... View Article
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Oregon DOJ is not allowed to refer you to or recommend a specific attorney. This list does not suggest the attorney has been vetted or endorsed by Oregon DOJ. Equity Corps of Oregon » (ECO) for universal representation, 1-888-274-7292 In... View Article
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Oregon DOJ can inquire into possible violations of sanctuary law, if the targeted individual consents to the inquiry. Under current Oregon sanctuary laws, Oregon DOJ does not have investigation or enforcement powers. Instead, the vision behind HB 3265 », Oregon’s Sanctuary... View Article
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As the current laws are written, inquiries will not result in a finding of “violation” or “no violation.” Oregon DOJ is required to ask a public body or agency about a possible violation and publish their response. ODOJ does not... View Article
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Anyone can report a suspected violation of Oregon’s sanctuary laws. Community members can report to Oregon’s Sanctuary Promise Hotline by: Calling the Sanctuary Promise Hotline in any language at 1-844-924-STAY (7829). We accept all Relay calls. Live advocates are available... View Article
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The ODOJ Civil Rights Unit has created a glossary of terms » that you can reference.
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“Public body” is defined in ORS 174.109 » as state, local and special government bodies. This means Oregon state, county, city, and special government agencies are all public bodies. There are many public bodies in Oregon. Some examples of Oregon... View Article
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Oregon’s sanctuary laws are complex and nuanced. Broadly, Oregon law prohibits state and local government, including police, from helping to enforce federal immigration laws without an order signed by a judge. In Oregon, our laws state that everyone can live,... View Article
