Oregon SB1557 amends laws on contempt of court, including procedures and defenses.

Oregon SB1557 modifies the procedures for contempt of court proceedings. It specifies that remedial sanctions for contempt must be tried in the circuit court that issued the order or judgment, or in the county where the violation occurred. It also allows the prosecutor to initiate proceedings on their own or at the request of a party or the court. The bill introduces the concept of inability to comply with a court order as an affirmative defense, requiring the defendant to file a notice of intent to offer such evidence at least five days before the trial.

Oregon SB1557 amends laws on contempt of court, including procedures and defenses.

Oregon SB1557 modifies the procedures for contempt of court proceedings. It specifies that remedial sanctions for contempt must be tried in the circuit court that issued the order or judgment, or in the county where the violation occurred. It also allows the prosecutor to initiate proceedings on their own or at the request of a party or the court. The bill introduces the concept of inability to comply with a court order as an affirmative defense, requiring the defendant to file a notice of intent to offer such evidence at least five days before the trial.