Oregon § 40.175 Rule 405. Methods of proving character

Oregon Statutes

§ 40.175 — Rule 405. Methods of proving character

Oregon § 40.175

Vol.1

Title 4Evidence and Witnesses

Ch. 40Evidence Code

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Or. Rev. Stat. § 40.175 (2026).

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(1)In all cases in which evidence of character or a trait of character of a person is admissible, proof may be made by testimony as to reputation or by testimony in the form of an opinion. On cross-examination, inquiry is allowable into relevant specific instances of conduct.

(2)(a) In cases in which character or a trait of character of a person is admissible under ORS 40.170 (1), proof may also be made of specific instances of the conduct of the person.

(b)When evidence is admissible under ORS 40.170 (3) or (4), proof may be made of specific instances of the conduct of the person.

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(1) In all cases in which evidence of character or a trait of character of a person is admissible, proof may be made by testimony as to reputation or by testimony in the form of an opinion. On cross-examination, inquiry is allowable into relevant specific instances of conduct.
(2)(a) In cases in which character or a trait of character of a person is admissible under ORS 40.170 (1), proof may also be made of specific instances of the conduct of the person.
(b) When evidence is admissible under ORS 40.170 (3) or (4), proof may be made of specific instances of the conduct of the person.