OAR 150-305-0100
Subpoena Issued by the Department

(1)

Definitions:

(a)

As used in this rule “books and papers” shall mean and include any kind of written, printed, typed, or recorded matter of any kind or nature, however produced or reproduced, including but not limited to: all mechanical, electronic, sound or video recordings or their transcripts; microfilm and microfiche records; papers; service orders; repair orders; agreements; contracts; notes; memoranda; correspondence; letters; telegrams; statements; books; reports; studies; minutes; records; accounting books; maps; plans; drawings; diagrams; photographs; analyses or studies; and all drafts prepared in connection with such items. “Books and papers” also include electronic files and computer stored data.

(b)

As used in this rule, “person” shall mean any individual, company, corporation, or other legal entity.

(c)

As used in this rule, “director” shall mean the Director of the Oregon Department of Revenue or a designee as provided in ORS 305.057 (Delegation of authority).

(d)

As used in this rule, “third party” shall mean a person who is a stranger to a transaction, contract, or proceeding, but is in possession of books and papers or knowledge pertinent to the particular investigation.

(2)

The director may issue subpoenas whenever necessary to fulfill the department’s statutory responsibilities. ORS 305.190 (Subpoenaing and examining witnesses, books and papers), 314.425 (Examining books, records or persons).

(a)

A subpoena may be issued to any person who: is an Oregon resident or domiciliary; earns income in this state; owns or has an interest in any real or personal property in Oregon; conducts business in Oregon; or has a registered agent in Oregon. A subpoena may also be issued to an officer, employee, or agent who has custody, possession, or control of the books and papers of such a person even if the officer, employee, or agent does not satisfy the conditions of this subsection.

(b)

A subpoena issued by the director shall be limited to the needs of the particular investigation, including but not limited to, determining the correct fee or tax liability, collecting or resolving an account, or establishing an appropriate valuation or assessment. A subpoena is also subject to limitations found in ORS 192.550 through 192.590 referring to financial institutions.

(c)

Generally, the director will issue a subpoena only after the department has made a written request, and the person has failed to comply within the time specified by the department. Exceptions to making prior written requests will be made if the director deems it necessary to protect the books and papers from destruction, or the department has an immediate need for the information being subpoenaed.

(d)

The subpoenaed books and papers shall be produced at the location, time, and date required by the director.

(e)

Within five business days from the date of service, the person subpoenaed may request from the director an extension of the time within which to comply with the subpoena.

(f)

The department may compensate third parties for the cost of reproducing the books and records subpoenaed at the same rate per page as the department charges the public for reproducing department records (see OAR 150-192-0400 (Public Records Requests)). The person may comply with the subpoena by providing the originals of the documents subpoenaed to the director. Copies will be made and the originals shall be returned to the person.

(g)

At the director’s option, electronic files and computer stored data shall be produced in printout form.

(h)

The director has designated the department’s division administrators as authorized to issue subpoenas.

Source: Rule 150-305-0100 — Subpoena Issued by the Department, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=150-305-0100.

150‑305‑0010
Requirement for Social Security Numbers 150‑305‑0014
Applicable Dates 150‑305‑0016
Electronic Filing 150‑305‑0018
Acceptance of Cash Payments 150‑305‑0030
Declaratory Rulings 150‑305‑0040
Public Notification of Delinquent Taxpayers 150‑305‑0050
Release of Tax Lien and Clouds on Title 150‑305‑0052
Release of Lien 150‑305‑0060
How to Appeal When the Department Denies a Request for Waiver of Penalty or Interest 150‑305‑0062
Discretionary Penalty Waivers for Information Returns 150‑305‑0064
Accrual of Interest After Waiver 150‑305‑0066
Discretionary Waiver of Interest 150‑305‑0068
Discretionary Penalty Waivers 150‑305‑0070
Interest Waivers Due to COVID-19 Pandemic Emergency 150‑305‑0080
Closing Agreements 150‑305‑0085
Financial Institution Data Match 150‑305‑0090
Settlement Offer 150‑305‑0092
Suspended Collection Status 150‑305‑0094
Cancellation of Liabilities Discharged in Bankruptcy 150‑305‑0100
Subpoena Issued by the Department 150‑305‑0110
Disclosure of Confidential Information Provided to the Department of Revenue 150‑305‑0120
Implied Consent 150‑305‑0130
When Deduction for Amounts Paid as Wages or Remuneration Permitted 150‑305‑0140
Interest on Deficiencies and Delinquencies 150‑305‑0142
Interest on Refunds 150‑305‑0144
Interest Rate Formula Rule 150‑305‑0150
Defines Order for Purposes of Interest Rate Increase 150‑305‑0152
Interest Rate Increase — Jurisdictional Only Appeals 150‑305‑0160
Penalty for Dishonored Checks 150‑305‑0170
Representation of Taxpayers before the Department of Revenue 150‑305‑0180
Designation of Oregon Tax Matters Partner 150‑305‑0182
Binding Actions of the Tax Matters Partner 150‑305‑0190
Compromise of a Disputed Liability 150‑305‑0192
Appeals of Interest Charged on the Underpayment of Estimated Tax 150‑305‑0194
“Deficiency” Defined 150‑305‑0196
Notices of Deficiency and Assessment Mailed When Authorization to Represent Signed 150‑305‑0198
Reopening an Audit 150‑305‑0200
Adjustments Included in Deficiency Notice When Federal Audit Report Received 150‑305‑0202
Language Used to Request a Conference or File Written Objections 150‑305‑0204
Conferences: Purpose and Procedure 150‑305‑0206
Written Objections: Procedures 150‑305‑0208
Assessing Tax on Failure to File 150‑305‑0210
Last Known Address 150‑305‑0212
Interest on Deficiency 150‑305‑0214
Penalties 150‑305‑0216
Appeal from a Notice of Deficiency: Periods of Limitation 150‑305‑0218
Waiver of a Conference or Written Objection 150‑305‑0230
Claim for Refund 150‑305‑0232
Notices of Proposed Refund Adjustment Mailed When Authorization to Represent Signed 150‑305‑0234
Written Objections to a Proposed Refund Adjustment 150‑305‑0236
Date of Notice 150‑305‑0238
Audit Period for Refunds Issued without Examination 150‑305‑0240
Proposed Refund Adjustment 150‑305‑0260
Relief for Subsequent Tax Years 150‑305‑0270
Beneficial Ownership 150‑305‑0272
Cancellation of Doubtful Liabilities 150‑305‑0274
Refund of Penalty and Interest 150‑305‑0276
Appeal Time Frame 150‑305‑0290
Concurrent Appeals 150‑305‑0300
“Methods of Collection” Defined 150‑305‑0302
Contracts Requiring Certificate of Compliance with Oregon Tax Laws 150‑305‑0304
Certificate of Compliance With Oregon Tax Laws 150‑305‑0306
Circumstances Not in Violation of Oregon Tax Laws 150‑305‑0308
Annual Certification Requirement 150‑305‑0320
Mediation 150‑305‑0330
Appeal Procedures 150‑305‑0340
Stay of Collection: When Collection Action Won’t Be Stayed 150‑305‑0350
Offset of State Debt Through U.S. Treasury Offset Program 150‑305‑0360
Rules Application 150‑305‑0362
Appearance Procedure — Local Taxes Administered by the Department of Revenue 150‑305‑0370
Use of Checkoff Resources 150‑305‑0380
Application and Signature Due Dates 150‑305‑0390
Certification of Nonprofit Entities for Instruction Listing 150‑305‑0392
Definitions of the Terms “Affiliated and “Central Office” 150‑305‑0394
Signatures Must Be on Department’s Form 150‑305‑0396
Signature Gathering Period 150‑305‑0410
Charitable Checkoff Financial Reporting Requirements 150‑305‑0420
Costs of Administration 150‑305‑0430
Method of Distribution from Check-off Contributions and Reimbursement of Administrative Expenses 150‑305‑0450
Depositing Refunds into College Savings Account 150‑305‑0460
Verification of Returns, Statements, or Documents Filed Under Tax Law 150‑305‑0470
Date When Writing or Remittance Deemed Received by Department of Revenue 150‑305‑0480
Returns Not Filed for Three Consecutive Years
Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

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