Identity Theft Law in Oregon
This page covers identity theft law as it applies in Oregon — the state and federal laws that govern it, filing deadlines, where to get help, and notable in-state decisions. For what identity theft protects generally, see the national overview.
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Laws that govern identity theft in Oregon
Oregon state law
- Procedure in Criminal Matters Generally › Arrest and Related Procedures; Search and Seizure; ExtraditionOR 133 § 133.545
Cited in 160 court decisions on this topic's terms.
- Crimes and Punishments › Offenses Involving Fraud or DeceptionOR 165 § 165.800
Cited in 119 court decisions on this topic's terms.
- Insurance › Insurance Policies Generally; Property and Casualty PoliciesOR 742 § 742.504
Cited in 118 court decisions on this topic's terms.
- Procedure in Criminal Matters Generally › Preliminary Provisions; Limitations; Jurisdiction; Venue; Criminal Forfeiture; Crime PreventionOR 131 § 131.125
Cited in 107 court decisions on this topic's terms.
- Procedure in Criminal Matters Generally › Judgment and Execution; Parole and Probation by the CourtOR 137 § 137.717
Cited in 71 court decisions on this topic's terms.
- Procedure in Criminal Matters Generally › Preliminary Provisions; Limitations; Jurisdiction; Venue; Criminal Forfeiture; Crime PreventionOR 131 § 131.315
Cited in 27 court decisions on this topic's terms.
Federal law
- Title 18 — Crimes and Criminal Procedure
The U.S. Code title that houses these federal statutes.
- Federal Trade Commission Act of 1914
Federal law that established the Federal Trade Commission and prohibits "unfair methods of competition" and "unfair or deceptive acts or practices." Codified at 15 U.S.C. §§ 41-58.
- Truth in Lending Act
Federal law designed to protect consumers in their dealings with lenders and creditors by requiring meaningful disclosure of credit terms. Codified at 15 U.S.C. §§ 1601 et seq.
- Fair Credit Reporting Act
Federal law that regulates the collection, dissemination, and use of consumer credit information. Codified at 15 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.
Where to go & how to get help
Government agencies and non-profit legal-help organizations for identity theft in Oregon.
Official U.S. government starting point for finding free or low-cost legal help and legal-aid programs near you.
Locate the LSC-funded legal-aid organization that serves your county for civil (non-criminal) legal problems.
Find your state or local bar association lawyer-referral service and free legal-answer programs.
Find your state attorney general to file consumer-protection, civil-rights, or other complaints.
Not legal advice. State-specific statutes, deadlines and procedures are being sourced and will appear here.