(1) It is unlawful for any person knowingly or intentionally to possess methamphetamine unless the substance was obtained directly from, or pursuant to, a valid prescription or order of a practitioner while acting in the course of professional practice, or except as otherwise authorized by ORS § 475.005 to 475.285 and 475.752 to 475.980.

Attorney's Note

Under the Oregon Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:
ClassPrisonFine
Class C felonyup to 5 yearsup to $125,000
Class A misdemeanorup to 364 daysup to $6,250
For details, see Or. Rev. Stat.161.605 and Or. Rev. Stat.Or. Rev. Stat.161.615

Have a question?
Click here to chat with a criminal defense lawyer and protect your rights.

Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 475.894

  • Person: includes individuals, corporations, associations, firms, partnerships, limited liability companies and joint stock companies. See Oregon Statutes 174.100

(2)(a) Unlawful possession of methamphetamine is a Class E violation.

(b) Notwithstanding paragraph (a) of this subsection, unlawful possession of methamphetamine is a Class A misdemeanor if the person possesses two grams or more of a mixture or substance containing a detectable amount of methamphetamine.

(c) Notwithstanding paragraphs (a) and (b) of this subsection, unlawful possession of methamphetamine is a Class C felony if:

(A) The possession is a commercial drug offense under ORS § 475.900 (1)(b); or

(B) The person possesses a substantial quantity under ORS § 475.900 (2)(b). [2005 c.708 § 18; 2017 c.706 § 15; 2021 c.2 § 17; 2021 c.591 § 39]