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Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
Any officer of a jurisdiction in this state in which an untried accusatory instrument is pending against a prisoner in another state, and who desires to have the prisoner returned for trial, shall give written notice and a summary of the evidence against the prisoner to the Governor in the manner provided in ORS 135.791. The Governor shall, within 10 days after receiving the notice and summary, send written direction to such officer either approving or disapproving the return of the prisoner. The direction by the Governor shall be final, and may be signed as provided in ORS 135.791. The officer desiring return of a prisoner shall not seek the court approval provided for in paragraph (a) of Article IV of the Agreement on Detainers prior to receiving approval by the Governor.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Oregon Revised Statutes Procedure in Criminal Matters Generally § 135.793 - last updated January 01, 2023 | https://codes.findlaw.com/or/title-14-procedure-in-criminal-matters-generally/or-rev-st-sect-135-793/
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