Oregon SB1515 Wrongful Conviction Compensation, Passed 14th Apr

Oregon SB1515 has passed an unspecified legislative stage on April 14, 2026. The bill concerns compensation for individuals who have been wrongfully convicted. As proposed legislation, affected parties should monitor the bill's progress through the Oregon legislature, as it may create new state obligations for compensating wrongfully convicted persons if enacted.

For government entities and legal professionals in Oregon, SB1515 represents potential new statutory framework for wrongful conviction claims against the state. The bill's specific terms, compensation limits, and procedural requirements will become clearer as it advances through the legislative process.