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    Default Police Actions for a Private Outdoor Party

    My question involves police conduct in the State of: Oregon

    I plan on holding an event that goes from 7pm-Midnight on my private party in West Linn, OR. The City of West Linn has a sound ordinance that goes until 7pm, so basically I will br breaking that ordinance by having a large event with amplified music until Midnight.

    My question are:

    - What actions can the police take against me? Can they shut it down, give me a fine, a warning?

    Thank You

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    Default Re: Police Actions for a Private Outdoor Party

    Quote Quoting richard503
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    - What actions can the police take against me? Can they shut it down, give me a fine, a warning?
    Likely any or all of the above.

    Have you considered looking into the ordinance to see if there is a permit you can seek?

    Understand that even if you receive a permit, such a permit would not likely overrule state laws concerning disturbances so you might also be subject to citation or arrest for violating other laws even if the city allows you a permit.

    One thing we advise people of is to speak to their neighbors. Let people know there will be a party, how many people will be there, what the noise will be and when it will end, and give them your number so they can contact you directly if there is a problem. Most disturbance type offenses need a complaining party. If the neighbors call you directly, then they will not be calling the police.

    The bottom line is that you do not have a right to conduct activity that disturb others. You can either get everyone on board and be a cooperative and understanding neighbor, or run the risk of the police getting involved.

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    Default Re: Police Actions for a Private Outdoor Party

    Thanks buddy! Yeah the City will not issue a variance, it's pretty ridiculous!

    I plan on notifying the neighbors, I just wanted to see the actions the police could pursue.

    Thanks again!

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    Default Re: Police Actions for a Private Outdoor Party

    There are good reasons to have such ordinances, and because of state laws concerning disturbances, a local permit (or temporary variance) might not protect you from prosecution if a neighbor complained.

    Keep in mind that depending on the ruckus, people from a couple blocks or more away from you might also complain. So, understand that throwing a loud shindig - presumably with copious alcohol - can be a risky proposition from both a civil liability and a criminal liability standpoint.

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