Oregon Statutes - Chapter 135 - Arraignment and Pretrial Provisions - Section 135.740 - Construction of words and phrases used.

The words used in an accusatory instrument must be construed in their usual acceptation in common language, except words and phrases defined by law, which are to be construed according to their legal meaning. [Formerly 132.710]

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