Oregon Statutes - Chapter 156 - Proceedings and Judgment in Criminal Actions - Section 156.020 - Filing complaint as commencement of action.

In a justice court, a criminal action is commenced by the filing of the complaint therein, verified by the oath of the person commencing the action, who is thereafter known as the complainant. [Amended by 1959 c.426 §4]

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