Criminal Justice

SB 1557 updates Oregon's rules for court contempt proceedings. It clarifies who can initiate contempt actions (such as parties, district attorneys, city attorneys, or authorized officials) and requires detailed documentation like affidavits to notify defendants of specific alleged misconduct. The bill mandates hearings before imposing sanctions, ensures defendants are informed of their right to counsel (especially if confinement is sought), and specifies that proof of contempt requires clear and convincing evidence. These changes standardize procedures for handling contempt cases across Oregon courts.

Modifies the crime of theft of services to include partial payments. Provides that a prosecution for theft of services does not preclude other forms of relief. Directs the Interagency Compliance Network to develop investigative methods concerning persons who may be committing theft of services and not complying with taxation and employment laws. Punishes knowingly entering into a contract with an unlicensed labor contractor, if committed by a direct contractor or subcontractor, by a maximum of 364 days' imprisonment, $6,250 fine, or both. Punishes a second or subsequent conviction by a maximum of five years' imprisonment, $125,000 fine, or both. Increases the penalty for the intentional use of a contractor's license number without authorization. Punishes by a maximum of five years' imprisonment, $125,000 fine, or both. Increases the penalty for the use of a contractor's license number with the intent to deceive the public. Punishes by a maximum of five years' imprisonment, $125,000 fine, or both.