For the purpose of aiding courts in making determinations of financial eligibility for appointed counsel at state expense under ORS § 151.485 and 151.487, the State Court Administrator may locate eligibility verification and screening personnel or otherwise arrange for such services in the state trial and appellate courts or other locations and shall prescribe the policies and procedures for their use. [1989 c.1053 § 15; 2001 c.962 § 35]

Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 151.489

  • Appellate: About appeals; an appellate court has the power to review the judgement of another lower court or tribunal.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.