Criminal Defense

The law firm of Ray Bassel has concentrated on defending clients in criminal cases in Washington and Tillamook counties for more than 20 years. We handle the full range of Oregon felony and misdemeanor charges. More on criminal defense.

Measure 11 cases

Oregonvoters approved Measure 11 in November 1994 to apply minimum mandatory sentences with no possibility of a reduction in sentence for offenses such as murder and assault I & II. More on Measure 11 cases.

DUI / DUII

If you are arrested for DUI or DUII, and you fail or refuse a breath-test, you face an automatic suspension of your driver’s license for one to two years by the Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) unless you request a hearing within 10 days. More on DUI / DUII.

Drug Cases

Having a drug conviction on your record could affect you when you apply for a job, since many employers now request credit reports, which show criminal convictions. If you are an immigrant, you could also be deported. More on drug cases.

Sex Offenses

Few people are aware of the consequences of being convicted of a sex crime in Oregon. In addition to mandatory minimum sentences under Oregon’s Measure 11 law, for most sex crimes you will have to register as a sex offender in the community where you live for a minimum of ten years and possibly the rest of your life.More on sex offenses.

Domestic Violence

If you are convicted of domestic violence, you will be facing issues more serious than a fine and fail time. You could also face a type of protective or restraining order known as a “no-contact order.” A no-contact order means that you are legally barred from having any physical or verbal contact with the victim for as long as you are on probation, would could be two or three years. More on domestic violence.

Divorce

Divorce can be a difficult process to go through under any circumstances. When it is complicated by issues such as domestic violence or other criminal matters, our lawyer is experienced in helping you get through the process as expeditiously as possible under Oregon divorce law so you can get on with your life. More on divorce.

Representing criminal defense clients in Washington and Tillamook County, Oregon, including Portland, Hillsboro, Beaverton, Tigard, Aloha, Garibaldi and Rockaway Beach.

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