(1) In all cases of seizure, an agency that seizes property shall take reasonable steps to safeguard and protect the things seized against loss, damage and deterioration.
(2) Notwithstanding subsection (1) of this section, an agency that seizes property is not liable for loss, damage or deterioration resulting from any reasonable actions taken to secure or develop evidence. [1991 c.540 §2]
Note: 133.537 was added to and made a part of 133.525 to 133.703 by legislative action but was not added to any smaller series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.
Section: Previous 133.495 133.510 133.515 133.520 133.525 133.530 133.535 133.537 133.540 133.545 133.550 133.555 133.560 133.565 133.575 NextLast modified: August 7, 2008