If you’re facing drug charges in Portland, Beaverton, Hillsboro, or the metro area, it’s crucial to understand the specifics of Oregon’s drug laws, the potential for alternative sentencing, the importance of drug treatment, and the various defense strategies that could be used in your case.  Understanding Oregon Drug Laws  Federally, drugs are ..read more

When thinking about hiring an attorney, it’s only natural to have concerns – especially during these unpredictable and unprecedented times. Your worries may relate to the attorney’s availability and capacity, their costs, and the worry of being disadvantaged by preferential treatment. While those concerns make sense, some of them can be put at ease! First, regarding the availability of your attorney, it is worth acknowledging that there is a shortage of experienced criminal defense lawyers in Oregon currently. This undoubtedly may raise concerns about whether the attor ..read more

A recent episode of the Factually podcast hosted by Adam Conover explored the important (and often unaddressed) topic of plea bargaining and informant testimony, or “snitching”. Special guest Alexandra Natapoff, Harvard Law professor and author of “Snitching: Criminal Enforcements and the Erosion of American Justice”, joined this episode and provided some stunning facts and information that draw light to an incredibly concerning problem within the American justice system. While the media often portrays a “typical” conviction process – a person being accused, evidence being gathered, and guilt ..read more

Most people in Oregon have already started to plan their New Year’s Eve celebrations. For those who plan to celebrate with alcohol or other substances, it’s important to have a safe and responsible plan for getting home. While traditional options like driving may be tempting, there are several alternative ways to get home on New Year’s Eve in Oregon that can help ensure a safe and sober journey. One option is to use the tried and true method of calling a taxi cab. Make sure you have the phone number for the taxi in your phone already or have the card of a local cab driver or company with you ..read more

The driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII) laws in Oregon are among the strictest in the nation. The penalties for this crime vary depending on how many times the person has already been convicted of a DUII, as described below. However, each case is different, so consulting a criminal lawyer can help ensure that one’s rights are protected when charged with driving under the influence. First DUII Offense In Oregon, a DUII is defined as any person operating a motor vehicle with more than a .08 blood alcohol level, under the influence of a controlled substance or an inhalant, or a ..read more

Pamplin Media Group in Beaverton, Oregon, ran a survey to its readership and asked the question, “Which businesses are the best in Beaverton?” There was online voting and each person was only allowed to vote a single time. In the beginning, Corbridge Law Offices was nominated. By the end of the program, Corbridge Law Offices won “Gold,” having received the most votes in the category of Best Attorney in Beaverton, Oregon. Attorney Ryan Corbridge added, “I would like to thank everyone in Beaverton who supported our firm and we are honored to continue to serve the community we live in and love. T ..read more

The state’s sentencing guidelines say judges must consider the seriousness of the crime and the impact on victims, while also keeping in mind the defendant’s age, prior record, and history of substance abuse. Experience shows that defendants with previous criminal records are sentenced to much longer prison terms than those who have never been convicted of a crime. It’s up to judges to decide when to introduce this information into their sentencing decisions. If you have been convicted of a crime, you should seek the services of an experienced Oregon criminal defense attorney. If you are being ..read more

What are the steps to getting legal council? I need a lawyer – now what? Research! Choose a lawyer Negotiate a legal agreement Paying your lawyer Conclusion I need a lawyer – now what? When you find yourself in the position of requiring legal counsel, you may not have all the information necessary to begin this process. It may also be an overwhelming task to begin researching and considering your options after the need for council has already been established. When possible, it is best to have already selected a lawyer before needing one; this saves time, stress, and prepares you to begin na ..read more

(Portland, Ore) On a cloudy Tuesday, November 30, 2021, a federal jury in Portland, Oregon’s Federal Court found two members of the Gypsy Jokers, also known as the Gypsy Jokers Outlaw Motorcycle Club, guilty of kidnapping and murder in aid of racketeering. The charges were brought for the 2015 kidnapping and murder of Robert Huggins, a Portland resident and former club member and the trial lasted five weeks. The jury acquitted Erickson and the Gypsy Jokers’ national president Kenneth (Ken) Earl Hause, 64, known as “The Wiz” of a single racketeering conspiracy. Defense attorneys for Ken Hause a ..read more

If you have been served with a restraining order you need to know that this is a serious situation and without legal representation can cause major disruption to your livelihood.  In Oregon, a restraining order falls under the Family Abuse Protection Act (also known as a FAPA order). This order will: Prevent you from contacting in-person and/or via phone the individual who filed against you. It can also prevent you from contacting your children if in the same household as the individual who filed against you.  This order can prevent you from going to your OWN home and other locatio ..read more