EUGENE, Ore. — The Eugene Municipal Court will become a court of record effective Monday, April 6, following an ordinance passed by the City Council in February.
Becoming a “court of record” means that a judicial body is formally authorized to create, maintain, and preserve a permanent, official record of its proceedings, including all evidence, testimony, and judgments. These records are considered accurate and are essential for appellate review, the City said.
“Becoming a court of record is a positive change that will benefit community members by creating a formal record of proceedings and allowing reviews by appellate courts,” said Sarah Callegari, Municipal Court Administrator. “Previously, a person who wanted an appeal would need to go through a whole new trial with Lane County.”…