OregonBill would limit officer liability for force during treatment transports
During certain transports for involuntary treatment, peace officers would avoid criminal or civil liability for necessary restraints or force if they act in good faith without malice.
What it does
During certain transports for involuntary treatment, peace officers would not be held criminally or civilly liable for restraints or force if they reasonably believe it is needed for protection and act in good faith without malice.
Argument forOfficers could face less risk of criminal charges or lawsuits when they use force they reasonably believe is needed to protect someone.
Argument againstPeople being transported could have fewer ways to hold officers responsible for force used during these trips when the stated safeguards are met.
More detail
Peace officers would not be held criminally or civilly liable for using restraints or force during covered transports if they meet the stated safeguards. This covers peace officers transporting people under the listed Oregon laws on involuntary treatment and related services. The officer must reasonably believe the restraints or force are needed to protect the person, the officer, or the public. The officer must act in good faith and without malice. The act would take effect 91 days after the 2026 regular session adjourns.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Mar 7In committee upon adjournment.Latest
- Feb 11Public Hearing held.
- Feb 2Referred to Judiciary.Minor
- Feb 2First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.Introduced
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