A magistrate before whom an information is laid or complaint made may issue subpoenas subscribed by the magistrate for witnesses within the state, either on behalf of the state or of the defendant. [Formerly 139.020]

Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 136.557

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.

 

[Amended by 1957 c.551 § 1; 1959 c.302 § 1; repealed by 1971 c.743 § 432]

 

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