SLR 23-6.063: JURY INSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS IN CRIMINAL CASES; ELECTRONIC COPY REQUIRED

ELECTRONIC COPY REQUIRED (1) In all criminal jury trials, the parties shall submit all requested jury instructions and verdict form(s) to the court not less than one week prior to trial. This requirement is in addition to the requirements of UTCR 6.060 and UTCR 6.070. (2) Simultaneously, each party must also submit to the court an electronic copy of all requested jury instructions and verdict form(s). The electronic copy must be in jury ready form. The electronic copy should be in Microsoft Word format. This rule applies to all Oregon Uniform Criminal Jury Instructions requested as well as any special instructions requested. This copy must be emailed to: lin.calendaring.mailbox@ojd.state.or.us unless otherwise directed by the court. (3) For good cause shown, a party may request relief from the requirements of this rule. 9 February 1, 2026 Linn County Circuit Court 23rd Judicial District CHAPTER 7 CASE MANAGEMENT AND CALENDARING