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This project was supported by Award No. 15PNIJ-21-GG-02804-RESS, awarded by the National Institute of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice.
Document Type
Report
Publication Date
12-6-2023
Subjects
Urban policy -- Oregon -- Portland, Portland (Or.) -- Politics and government, Portland (Or.) -- Social conditions, Drugs -- Law and legislation -- Social aspects
Abstract
These findings are part of a 3-year study to examine the impacts of possession of PCS law changes on: (1) law enforcement discretion, (2) prosecutorial decision-making, (3) courts/sentencing, and (4) public safety. The key findings, unless noted, represent statewide trends and impacts. Prior to M110, other statewide changes in policy, law, and historical events such as the COVID-19 lockdown/court backlog and public defense crisis also had important impacts on enforcement, prosecution/sentencing, and public safety outcomes. As such, data collected during the early implementation of M110 is not likely a reliable predictor of its ultimate impact. The data reported on below is through 1 – 2 years post-M110. Although it sheds light on important questions, it is too early to draw any definitive conclusions about long-term impacts of M110.
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https://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/40994
Citation Details
Henderson, Kelsey S.; Campbell, Christopher; and Renauer, Brian, "Key Points in Preparation for Oregon Legislative Session (2024): Examining the Multifaceted Impacts of Drug Decriminalization on Public Safety, Law Enforcement, and Prosecutorial Discretion" (2023). Criminology and Criminal Justice Faculty Publications and Presentations. 118.
https://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/40994
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Description
This is a shortened version of project findings. Please exercise caution in making conclusions beyond what is written in this report. Email researchers for greater context or clarification.
Key Points in Preparation for Oregon Legislative Session (2024)
Shared with Representative Nosse on 12/6/2023