Yes, under Oregon law (ORS 137.225), you may be eligible to have your criminal record expunged through a process known as "setting aside a conviction." Recent legislative changes have expanded eligibility and simplified the process.
📋 Oregon Expungement Law Overview
Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 137.225 establishes the framework for expungement in Oregon. Here are the key provisions:
- Waiting Periods: -Class B Felonies: 7 years since conviction -Class C Felonies: 5 years since conviction -Most Misdemeanors: 3 years since conviction -Non-Traffic Violations: 1 year since conviction
⚖️ Legal Limitations
- Ineligible Offenses (ORS 137.225(5)): -Class A felonies -Most sex crimes -Child abuse -Traffic crimes -DUII convictions
- Additional Restrictions: -Must complete all terms of sentence -Cannot have other convictions within waiting period -Federal charges not eligible under state law
🆓 Free Legal Resources
These organizations provide free expungement assistance:
- Oregon State Bar
- Legal Resource Finder: osbar.org/public/ris
- Lawyer Referral Service: 503-684-3763
- Oregon Law Center
- Statewide Legal Aid: oregonlawcenter.org
- Free legal services for low-income Oregonians
- Oregon Judicial Department
- Forms and Instructions: courts.oregon.gov/forms
- Self-Help Resources: courts.oregon.gov/help
Note: This information is for general guidance only. Consult with a legal professional for advice about your specific situation.