Oregon MCLE - Criminal Law Courses
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Firefighters and the Fourth Amendment: Search, Seizure, and Emergency Response
This CLE course will provide an overview of how firefighters' duties intersect with search and seizure law under the Fourth Amendment. As first responders, firefighters are in a unique position in American society to enter private spaces if life and property are threatened. This course will review how the law balances safety with the reasonable expectation of privacy and aim to clarify misconceptions about what the fire service does when called to an emergency. More Info
$501General Credit -
Strategic Pretrial Litigation in Criminal Defense
In criminal defense practice, pretrial litigation and motion practice are often more limited than in the civil arena. Nevertheless, there are critical pretrial opportunities that can be leveraged not only to address substantive legal issues and preserve arguments for appeal, but also to create strategic advantages for the defense. This CLE program explores a more nuanced and strategic approach to pretrial litigation in criminal cases. It emphasizes that success is not solely defined by... More Info
$501General Credit -
Navigating Emerging Ethical Issues: Withdrawal and Fair Jury Selection
This CLE program provides a detailed, practice-oriented examination of two increasingly complex areas of legal ethics: attorney withdrawal and fair jury selection. Tailored for litigators and trial counsel, the course analyzes the tension between a lawyer’s duty of confidentiality and the need to provide sufficient information to support a motion to withdraw, particularly in situations involving client misconduct, nonpayment, or breakdowns in the attorney-client relationship. Participants will... More Info
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The Law of Self-Defense and Defense of Others: The Daniel Penny Prosecution
This CLE course provides an in-depth examination of the case People v. Daniel Penny, covering the legal, procedural, and strategic dimensions of one of the most high-profile recent criminal cases. Participants will explore the background of the defendant and the victim, the unfolding of the subway incident, and the role of viral media in shaping public perception and legal strategy. The course will also examine the defense’s approach to pre-trial planning, trial preparation, jury selec... More Info
$501General Credit -
When Self-Defense Is on Trial: Inside High-Profile Case Strategy
This CLE course provides an in-depth, practical look at defending individuals in self-defense cases, from the initial intake through trial and verdict. Participants will gain insight into how to strategically investigate, review files, and prepare for trial in a way that strengthens a self-defense claim. The course will cover critical considerations in working with investigators, evaluating evidence such as video and medical records, and navigating complex issues surrounding the use of force b... More Info
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"So, Do I Have to Go to Jail?” Ethical Considerations for Prosecutors and Defense Counsel at Sentencing
"So, do I have to go to jail?" This is perhaps the most impactful question a criminal defendant asks their defense lawyer, and perhaps the most impactful detail a prosecutor must consider. This course focuses on the ethical considerations and professional responsibilities that arise when addressing questions of incarceration. Asking whether someone would or could go to jail may inadvertently raise ethical challenges for both prosecutors and defense lawyers. In this course, we will review... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Essential Questions in Firearms Law: Why the Gun Laws Are What They Are?
Why aren’t background checks universal? What is the “gun show loophole?” Is Pennsylvania’s Castle Doctrine working as intended? Are more people dying from guns than at any time in history? What do we know about who commits crime with firearms? What do we know about who commits murder? Where does murder happen? In this session, we will use a data driven approach to understanding why Pennsylvania and federal firearms laws are configured in the way they are. This CLE course is d... More Info
$501General Credit -
False Claims Act: Civil & Criminal Strategies
This CLE course will address the motivation behind the government bringing False Claims Act cases. It will explore the framework to successfully defend a case and position it for a beneficial settlement. The program will also cover how to best keep a civil matter from becoming a criminal matter and will discuss the framework that has been successfully used to secure not guilty verdicts in a criminal false claims trial. More Info
$501General Credit -
Modern Criminal Law Practice: Updates and Evidentiary Challenges
This CLE program provides a practitioner focused update on modern criminal law developments across four major jurisdictions: Pennsylvania, New York, Texas, and California. Participants will explore the most significant statutory reforms of the last 2–3 years—including new criminal offenses, sentencing revision laws, expanded judicial discretion, updated bail frameworks, and evolving victims’ rights protections—alongside emerging evidentiary and search and seizure challenges shaped by digital t... More Info
$501General Credit -
Preparing Vulnerable Witnesses for Testimony
This client-focused CLE course equips attorneys with the essential skills to confidently prepare survivors of domestic violence—and other vulnerable or anxious witnesses—for high-stakes testimony. You’ll learn how to build trust, shape persuasive narratives, and ready clients for the intensity of cross-examination, all while enhancing your own courtroom strategy and presence. For attorneys seeking to become more effective, compassionate, and trial-ready advocates, this course is an ind... More Info
$501General Credit