ORS 194.815: Validity of unsworn declaration.

(1) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (2) of this section, if a law of this state requires or permits use of a sworn declaration, an unsworn declaration meeting the requirements of ORS 194.800 to 194.835 has the same effect as a sworn declaration. (2) ORS 194.800 to 194.835 do not apply to: (a) A deposition; (b) An oath of office; (c) An oath required to be given before a specified official other than a notary public; (d) A declaration to be recorded pursuant to the recording laws of this state, including but not limited to ORS 205.130 and ORS chapters 92, 93, 94, 100 and 105; or (e) An oath required by ORS 113.055 (1). [2013 c.218 §4]