Yugler v. Myers

Summary

The Oregon Supreme Court reviewed a challenge to the Attorney General’s certified ballot title for Initiative Petition 126 (2002). The court rejected the petitioner’s arguments and certified the ballot title, which concerned limiting government damage recoveries and liability for persons lawfully manufacturing, distributing, selling, promoting, or advertising lawful products.

Holdings

1. The certified ballot title substantially complied with the requirements of ORS 250.035(2)(a) through (d), and the petitioner's challenges were not well taken.

Questions Presented

1. Whether the Attorney General's certified ballot title for Initiative Petition 126 substantially complied with the requirements of ORS 250.035(2)(a) through (d).

Disposition

other