Oregon Bill Would Decriminalize Camping in Public, Allow Homeless To Sue People Who ‘Harass’ Them
Homeless people who feel they have been unfairly treated in violation of the law would be able to sue their tormentors and be eligible for damages of up to $1,000 per violation.
Despite increasing concern among local residents about homelessness and the problems it is causing in Oregon, two Democratic state lawmakers have proposed legislation that would decriminalize camping in public places and allow homeless people to sue if they are “harassed” or told to relocate.
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