§ 138.065 Appeal from judgment or order deciding special statutory proceeding

If a criminal case involves a special kind of proceeding created by a specific statute (not a typical criminal trial), and a judge issues a judgment or order deciding that proceeding, either side can appeal that decision. The rule points to a different law, ORS 19.205, which lays out the exact steps and requirements for filing this kind of appeal.

In practice, this means the normal appeal process still applies, but you need to follow the specific rules in ORS 19.205 to do it correctly. This includes things like deadlines for filing and what paperwork you need to submit. Missing these requirements could mean losing your chance to appeal, so it's worth checking ORS 19.205 closely if this situation applies to you.

If you're not sure whether your case counts as a "special statutory proceeding" or how to start the appeal process, it's a good idea to talk to a lawyer. Appeals have strict deadlines, often just 30 days from when the judgment or order is entered, so acting quickly matters.