this was all I saw in OSSAs reply.And ORS 166.262 which is actually relevant to the Sheriffs as it applies to ORS 166.250 and 166.260
Whats interesting is ORS166.262 actually refers to CHLs being exempt from carrying "a firearm"...
so that actually supports the CHL can be used to include other firearms like rifles.
ORS 166.262 – Limitation on peace officer’s authority to arrest for violating ORS 166.250 or 166.370
A peace officer may not arrest or charge a person for violating ORS 166.250 (Unlawful possession of firearms) (1)(a) or (b) or…
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