Oregon Statutes 162.305 – Tampering with public records
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(1) A person commits the crime of tampering with public records if, without lawful authority, the person knowingly destroys, mutilates, conceals, removes, makes a false entry in or falsely alters any public record, including records relating to the Oregon State Lottery.
Attorney's Note
Under the Oregon Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class C felony | up to 5 years | up to $125,000 |
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 364 days | up to $6,250 |
Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 162.305
- Person: includes individuals, corporations, associations, firms, partnerships, limited liability companies and joint stock companies. See Oregon Statutes 174.100
(2)(a) Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this subsection, tampering with public records is a Class A misdemeanor.
(b) Tampering with records relating to the Oregon State Lottery is a Class C felony. [1971 c.743 § 205; 1991 c.962 § 16]
[Repealed by 1971 c.743 § 432]