Umatilla County District Attorney Dan Primus discusses major cases his office is working on and addresses cases where the defendant’s mental health competency is questioned. He also talks about when a defendant prepares to change their plea, then changes their mind and how the DA’s office proceeds. Next, Primus talks about the supervised portfolio practicum examination, which is a new pathway to become a licensed attorney in Oregon in addition to the traditional bar exam.

Umatilla County District Attorney Dan Primus discusses major cases his office is working on and addresses cases where the defendant&rsquo;s mental health competency is questioned. He also talks about when a defendant prepares to change their plea, then changes their mind and how the DA&rsquo;s office proceeds. Next, Primus talks about the supervised portfolio practicum examination, which is a new pathway to become a licensed attorney in Oregon in addition to the traditional bar exam.

Daily conversation with East Oregon newsmakers and host Dan Thesman.  Join Dan every weekday as he talks with the news makers of Umatilla County. Hear about the latest news straight from community leaders on this fun, current and informative show. Exclusively at www.ElkhornMediaGroup.com and on our free Elkhorn Mobile app on Google Play and the App Store.

 

 

Daily conversation with East Oregon newsmakers and host Dan Thesman. &nbsp;Join Dan every weekday as he talks with the news makers of Umatilla County. Hear about the latest news straight from community leaders on this fun, current and informative show. Exclusively at www.ElkhornMediaGroup.com and on our free Elkhorn Mobile app on Google Play and the App Store.
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