Arrest Reports and Laws

Definitions for ORS to 163.257.


As used in ORS 163.215 to 163.257, unless the context requires otherwise:
(1) Without consent means that the taking or confinement is accomplished by force, threat or deception, or, in the case of a person under 16 years of age or who is otherwise incapable of giving consent, that the taking or confinement is accomplished without the consent of the lawful custodian of the person.
(2) Lawful custodian means a parent, guardian or other person responsible by authority of law for the care, custody or control of another.
(3) Relative means a parent, ancestor, brother, sister, uncle or aunt. [1971 c.743 §97]