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Current Rules

The Uniform Trial Court Rules (UTCR) are statewide rules that apply in each of Oregon’s 36 circuit courts. The UTCR promote the just, speedy and inexpensive resolution of cases, the efficient use of court resources and a uniform, consistent practice across the state.  

UTCR Committee Attorney Openings

NOTICE UTCR Committee Attorney Openings:
The UTCR Committee currently has two open positions:  one for a criminal prosecutor and one for a civil litigator.  To view the recruitment notice and the the application process, click here.

Application Deadline is 11:59:59 p.m. on July 1, 2024.

Interim Chief Justice Orders (CJO) and Supreme Court Orders (SCO) for Rules Amended Out-of-Cycle

Current Uniform Trial Court Rules

Rules are effective August 1 each year unless specifically adopted “out-of-cycle."

Future Rules

Rules are effective August 1 each year unless specifically adopted “out-of-cycle,” and will be posted here no less than 49 days prior to that effective date.