Or. Admin. R. 137-140-0070

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 6, June 1, 2024

Section 137-140-0070 - Retention Periods for Biological Evidence

(1) Custodians shall retain biological evidence for any covered offense for the periods specified in ORS 137.707.

(2) Custodians should confirm with the local district attorney whether a person convicted of a covered offense has served the person's sentence.

(3) Custodians shall use the form provided in Appendix A to seek early disposal of biological evidence.

(4) Custodians shall not dispose of biological evidence without a signed order from a court.

Or. Admin. R. 137-140-0070

DOJ 9-2015 f. 8-31-15, cert. ef. 9/1/2015

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Stat. Auth.: ORS 133.709

Stat. Implemented: ORS 133.705-133.717