QUESTION
Is it legal to search through the dumpster in Oregon?
Asked on Dec 01st, 2011 on Criminal Law - Oregon
More details to this question:
Particularly in the Deschutes County, I was curious if it was legal to go dumpster diving. I see a lot of dumpsters are locked and/or caged, and I also see a lot that are only closed behind buildings and in alleys. I've always been as frugal as possible, and am wanting to see if I can find anything that has been disposed of, that would/could help me in any way.
1 ANSWER
If the dumpster is locked, or there are posted "no trespassing" signs around, then you could be breaking one of several laws. In general, I'd try to avoid dumpster diving.
Answered on Dec 05th, 2011 at 9:35 AM