Section 15. Foundation principles of criminal law

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Foundation principles of criminal law

Laws for the punishment of crime shall be founded on these principles: protection of society, personal responsibility, accountability for one’s actions and reformation.

Summary: Repeals "vindictive justice" prohibition; requires laws for punishment of crime to be focused on protection of society; personal responsibility; and accountability

Election Date: November 5, 1996

Votes For Ratification: 878677

Votes Against Ratification: 440283

Percent for Ratification: 67%

Percent Against Ratification: 33%

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Amendment Source: OR 1996 VIP 26

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Foundation principles of criminal law

Laws for the punishment of crime shall be founded on the principles of reformation, and not of vindictive justice.

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