Oregon Ballot Measure

Oregon Ballot Measure 73, passed in 2010, aimed to increase mandatory minimum sentences for certain crimes, specifically property and drug crimes, as well as repeat sex offenses. The measure was designed to enhance public safety by ensuring that individuals convicted of these offenses would serve longer prison terms. It was part of a broader effort to address crime rates and promote accountability among repeat offenders. This measure reflected a shift towards more stringent sentencing policies in the state, aiming to deter crime through longer sentences.