Oregon district attorneys pan proposed Measure 11 reform February 10 2021
DA association takes umbrage with three bills the group says would weaken sentencing for serious crimes.
Top prosecutors across Oregon took aim at four state legislative proposals in a new report suggesting the bills effect on criminal sentencing would be dramatic and dangerous if passed.
The Oregon District Attorneys Association argues that Measure 11, the voter-approved law generally requiring mandatory minimum sentences and no time off for good behavior for a number of serious offenses, has strong public support and addresses conduct, not color. I support responsible reforms, said Washington County DA Kevin Barton. However, repealing Measure 11 will not bring more justice to victims, make Oregonians safer or sentencing more equitable.