ORS § 105 § 105.110
Action for forcible entry or wrongful detainer.
Operative Text
When a forcible entry is made upon any premises, or when an entry is made in a peaceable manner and possession is held by force, the person entitled to the premises may maintain in the county where the property is situated an action to recover the possession of the premises in the circuit court or before any justice of the peace of the county. [Amended by 1985 c.241 §1; 1995 c.658 §68]
Oregon Revised Statutes § 105.110 establishes a legal remedy for situations where someone has either forcibly entered a property or entered peacefully but then refuses to leave, holding possession by force. Under this provision, the person who has the legal right to the premises can bring a court action to reclaim possession. That action must be filed in the county where the property is located, either in circuit court or before a justice of the peace.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ORS § 105.110, property owners and managers who face a situation where someone has taken or is holding possession of their premises by force have a recognized legal pathway to seek recovery of that property through the courts. A compliant operator generally documents the circumstances of the entry or holdover, identifies the appropriate county court, and initiates a formal action for forcible entry or wrongful detainer. Keeping clear records of ownership or leasehold rights and the timeline of events is a practice commonly associated with pursuing this type of claim.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
ORS § 105.110 is a provision that a property owner can invoke against someone holding possession by force, but it also reflects the broader legal framework governing who has the right to occupy premises. Tenants who believe they are being subjected to a wrongful or self-help eviction — rather than a proper court process — may find that this same statutory framework is relevant to their situation. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid office familiar with Oregon landlord-tenant law can help clarify what rights and defenses may be available under this provision.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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