What is Measure 114?

Online   Mar 14, 2025

Oregon Gun Control

Oregon Measure 114, also known as the Reduction of Gun Violence Act, was a ballot initiative that was narrowly passed by voters in the November 2022 election. It passed with 50.65% voting "Yes" and 49.35% voting "No" in the November 8, 2022 election - a margin of just over 25,000 votes!

Measure 114 introduced stricter gun control measures, including:

1. Permit-to-Purchase Requirement – Requires individuals to obtain a permit before purchasing a firearm. The permit process includes a background check, fingerprinting, photo ID, and completion of a safety course.
2. Magazine Capacity Limit – Bans the sale, transfer, and manufacture of magazines holding more than 10 rounds, with limited exceptions.
3. Stricter Background Checks – Closes the "Charleston Loophole" by requiring background checks to be completed before a gun is transferred, instead of allowing sales to proceed after three days if the check is incomplete.

Measure 114 has faced legal challenges and has been temporarily blocked by courts, meaning it is not currently in effect as of now. Do you want an update on its current legal status?