Oregon · Oregon Revised Statutes — Oregon Criminal Code (Ch. 161–167)
ORS (Criminal Code) § 166.395: Securing firearms; penalties; civil liability
What this law says, in plain English
Firearm owners must secure guns with locks or in locked containers when not in active use. Violations are Class C violations, or Class A if a minor gains unauthorized access. Owners may face civil liability if an unsecured firearm is used to cause injury.
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