United States District Court for the District of Oregon

The United States District Court for the District of Oregon is a federal trial court that handles cases involving federal laws, disputes between states, and issues involving U.S. government entities within Oregon. It is part of the federal judicial system, meaning it applies national laws rather than state laws. The court hears both civil and criminal cases, where evidence is presented, and a judge (and sometimes a jury) makes decisions. It serves as the court of original jurisdiction, meaning it is the first court to hear particular cases under federal jurisdiction in Oregon.