ORS § 822.030 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 822 / Section 822.030
822.030 Bond or letter of credit requirements
Status: in_force

(1) A bond or letter of credit required to qualify for a vehicle dealer certificate under ORS 822.020 (Issuance and renewal of certificate) must comply with all of the following:

(a) The bond shall have a corporate surety licensed to do business within this state. A letter of credit shall be an irrevocable letter of credit issued by an insured institution, as defined in ORS 706.008 (Additional definitions for Bank Act) . The surety or institution shall notify the Department of Transportation if the bond or letter of credit is canceled for any reason. The surety or institution shall continue to be liable under the bond or letter of credit until the department receives the notice required by this paragraph, or until the cancellation date specified in the notice, whichever is later.

(b) The bond or letter of credit shall be executed to the State of Oregon.

(c) Except as otherwise provided in this paragraph, the bond or letter of credit shall be in the following sum:

(A) If the person holds a certificate to be a dealer exclusively in motorcycles, mopeds, Class I all-terrain vehicles or snowmobiles or any combination of those vehicles, the bond or letter of credit shall be for $10,000.

(B) Except as provided in subparagraph (A) of this paragraph, if the applicant is seeking a certificate to be a vehicle dealer, the bond or letter of credit shall be for $50,000 for each year the certificate is valid.

(d) The bond or letter of credit described in this subsection shall be approved as to form by the Attorney General.

(e) The bond or letter of credit must be conditioned that the person issued the certificate shall conduct business as a vehicle dealer without fraud or fraudulent representation and without violating any provisions of the vehicle code relating to vehicle registration, vehicle permits, the transfer or alteration of vehicles or the regulation of vehicle dealers.

(f) The bond or letter of credit must be filed and held in the office of the department.

(g) The vehicle dealer shall purchase a bond or letter of credit under this subsection annually on or before each anniversary of the issuance of the vehicle dealer’s certificate.

(2) Any person shall have a right of action against a vehicle dealer, against the surety on the vehicle dealer’s bond and against the letter of credit in the person’s own name if the person suffers any loss or damage by reason of the vehicle dealer’s fraud, fraudulent representations or violations of provisions of the vehicle code relating to:

(a) Vehicle registration;

(b) Vehicle permits;

(c) The transfer or alteration of vehicles; or

(d) The regulation of vehicle dealers.

(3) Notwithstanding subsection (2) of this section, the maximum amount available under a bond or letter of credit described in subsection (1)(c)(B) of this section for the payment of claims to persons other than retail customers of the dealer is $10,000.

(4) Notwithstanding subsection (2) of this section, a person other than a retail customer of the vehicle dealer may not make a claim under subsection (2) of this section against the surety on the vehicle dealer’s bond, or against the vehicle dealer’s letter of credit, if the vehicle dealer holds a vehicle dealer certificate to deal exclusively in motorcycles, mopeds, Class I all-terrain vehicles or snowmobiles or any combination of those vehicles.

(5) If the certificate of a vehicle dealer is not renewed or is voluntarily or involuntarily canceled, the sureties on the bond and the issuer of the letter of credit are relieved from liability that accrues after the department cancels the certificate. [1983 c.338 §794; 1985 c.16 §392; 1985 c.598 §6; 1987 c.261 §7; 1989 c.434 §2; 1991 c.331 §145; 1997 c.631 §556; 1999 c.593 §§2,5; 2001 c.141 §§2,3,4,5; 2017 c.530 §1; 2023 c.400 §45]

Source: Section 822.030 — Bond or letter of credit requirements; rights of action , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors822.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.540 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.540
807.540 Failure to surrender prior license
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failing to surrender a prior license if the person accepts a license or driver permit issued by the Department of Transportation to that person without first surrendering all out-of-state licenses or driver permits issued to that person.

(2) The offense described in this section, failure to surrender a prior license, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §334; 1985 c.16 §154; 1985 c.597 §21; 1995 c.383 §9]

Source: Section 807.540 — Failure to surrender prior license; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 816.340 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 816 / Section 816.340
816.340 Exemptions from required equipment
Status: in_force

This section establishes exemptions from ORS 816.320 (Lighting equipment required for motor vehicles) and 816.330 (Operation without required lighting equipment) . The exemptions established under this section are in addition to any exemptions under ORS 801.026 (General exemptions) . The exemptions under this section are partial or complete as described in the following:

(1) ORS 816.320 (Lighting equipment required for motor vehicles) and 816.330 (Operation without required lighting equipment) shall not be construed to prohibit the use of additional parts and accessories on any vehicle consistent with the provisions of those sections.

(2) Vehicles of special interest that are registered under ORS 805.020 (Special interest vehicles) shall be deemed in compliance with ORS 816.320 (Lighting equipment required for motor vehicles) and 816.330 (Operation without required lighting equipment) if:

(a) The vehicles are equipped with original manufacturer’s equipment and accessories, or their equivalent, and if the equipment is maintained in safe operating condition; or

(b) The vehicles are street rods that conform to ORS 815.107 (Exemption from equipment requirements for street rods) .

(3) ORS 816.320 (Lighting equipment required for motor vehicles) and 816.330 (Operation without required lighting equipment) do not apply to any of the following vehicles:

(a) Road machinery.

(b) Road rollers.

(c) Farm tractors, implements of husbandry and farm trailers.

(d) Antique vehicles that are maintained as a collector’s item and used for exhibitions, parades, club activities and similar uses, but not used primarily for the transportation of persons or property.

(4) Motorcycles manufactured before 1973 are not required to be equipped with turn signals if the motorcycle is not driven during limited visibility conditions under ORS 811.405 (Failure to signal with lights) and 811.515 (When lights must be displayed) .

(5) Truck tractors are not required to be equipped with rear reflectors.

(6) Pole trailers are not required to be equipped with side reflectors, side marker lights, clearance lights or identification lights.

(7) Motor vehicles registered in this state on or before January 1, 1940, are not required to be equipped with a high-beam indicator.

(8) Bicycles shall be equipped with lighting equipment as required under ORS 815.280 (Violation of bicycle equipment requirements) .

(9) Requirements for warning lights on ambulances are provided under ORS 820.350 (Ambulance warning lights) and 820.360 (Illegal ambulance lighting equipment) .

(10) Electric personal assistive mobility devices shall be equipped with lighting equipment as required under ORS 815.284 (Violation of electric personal assistive mobility device equipment requirements) . [1983 c.338 §462; 1985 c.16 §242; 1989 c.402 §12; 1997 c.402 §17; 2003 c.158 §30; 2003 c.341 §19; 2015 c.138 §37]

Source: Section 816.340 — Exemptions from required equipment , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors816.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.340 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.340
807.340 Proof of eligibility
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation may require any person to whom a driver license, driver permit or endorsement is issued to appear before the department and provide proof that the person was eligible or reestablish the person’s eligibility by taking an examination under ORS 807.070 (Examinations) or following the procedures in ORS 807.090 (Establishing eligibility notwithstanding mental or physical condition or impairment) , as appropriate. The department may act under this section if the department has reason to believe that the person:

(a) Was not qualified to hold a driver license, driver permit or endorsement at the time of issuance;

(b) Is no longer qualified to hold a driver license, driver permit or endorsement; or

(c) Is no longer able to safely operate a motor vehicle.

(2) If a person does not appear before the department within a reasonable time after receiving notice from the department under this section or is unable to reestablish eligibility to the satisfaction of the department under this section, the department may:

(a) Take action to suspend the person’s driving privileges under ORS 809.419 (Suspensions for physical or mental condition or impairment) ; or

(b) Take action to cancel the person’s driving privileges under ORS 809.310 (Cancellation or suspension of driving privileges) .

(3) A person who is required to take one or more tests described in ORS 807.070 (Examinations) to prove eligibility or to reestablish eligibility under this section is not required to pay the fee established under ORS 807.370 (License, endorsement and permit fees) for the test. [1983 c.338 §314; 1985 c.608 §21; 2003 c.14 §483; 2003 c.402 §18; 2003 c.618 §51; 2017 c.190 §1]

Source: Section 807.340 — Proof of eligibility; effect of failure to reestablish; waiver of fee , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.233 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.233
815.233 Enhancement of penalty for violation of ORS 815.232
Status: in_force

A person otherwise convicted of a violation under ORS 815.232 (Unreasonable sound amplification from a vehicle) (4) commits a misdemeanor if:

(1) The person has been convicted of three or more violations of ORS 815.232 (Unreasonable sound amplification from a vehicle) (1) within 12 months immediately preceding the commission of the offense; and

(2) The prior convictions are admitted by the defendant or alleged in the accusatory pleading. [1991 c.601 §4; 1999 c.1051 §92]

Note: See note under 815.232 (Unreasonable sound amplification from a vehicle) .

Source: Section 815.233 — Enhancement of penalty for violation of ORS 815.232 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.270 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.270
801.270 “Farm trailer.”
Status: in_force

“Farm trailer” means a vehicle that:

(1) Is without motive power;

(2) Is a vehicle other than an implement of husbandry;

(3) Is designed to carry property; and

(4) Is drawn by a farm tractor. [1983 c.338 §45]

Source: Section 801.270 — “Farm trailer.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.462 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.462
811.462 Failure of operator of commercial motor vehicle to slow down and check tracks
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure of the operator of a commercial motor vehicle to slow down and check that tracks are clear of an approaching train or other on-track equipment if the person:

(a) Is operating a commercial motor vehicle that is not required by ORS 811.460 (Failure to follow rail crossing procedures for high-risk vehicles) to stop before reaching a rail crossing;

(b) Is approaching a rail crossing at grade; and

(c) Fails to slow down and check that the tracks are clear of an approaching train or other on-track equipment before proceeding across the railroad tracks.

(2) The offense described in this section, failure of the operator of a commercial motor vehicle to slow down and check that tracks are clear of an approaching train or other on-track equipment, is a Class B traffic violation. [2001 c.492 §7; 2017 c.176 §3]

Source: Section 811.462 — Failure of operator of commercial motor vehicle to slow down and check tracks; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.315 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.315
811.315 Failure of slow driver to drive on right
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure of a slow driver to drive on the right if the person is operating a vehicle upon a roadway at less than the normal speed of traffic at the time and place and under the conditions then existing and the person fails to drive:

(a) In the right-hand lane available for traffic; or

(b) As close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway.

(2) This section does not apply under any of the following circumstances:

(a) When overtaking and passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction under the rules governing passing in ORS 811.410 (Unsafe passing on left) to 811.425 (Failure of slower driver to yield to overtaking vehicle) .

(b) When preparing to turn left at an intersection, alley or private road or driveway.

(3) The offense described in this section, failure of slow driver to drive on the right, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §619; 1995 c.383 §57]

Source: Section 811.315 — Failure of slow driver to drive on right; exceptions; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.240 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.240
813.240 Amount and distribution of filing fee
Status: in_force

(1) The filing fee paid by a defendant at the time of filing a petition for a driving while under the influence of intoxicants diversion agreement as provided in ORS 813.210 (Petition) is $490. A fee collected under this subsection in the circuit court shall be deposited by the clerk of the court in the Criminal Fine Account. If the fee is collected in a municipal or justice court, $290 of the fee shall be forwarded by the court to the Department of Revenue for deposit in the Criminal Fine Account, and the remainder of the fee shall be paid to the city or county treasurer.

(2) If less than the full filing fee is collected under subsection (1) of this section in a municipal or justice court, the money received shall be allocated first to the Department of Revenue for deposit in the Criminal Fine Account.

(3) In addition to the filing fee under subsection (1) of this section, the court shall order the defendant to pay $150 directly to the agency or organization providing the screening interview. [1983 c.338 §373; 1985 c.16 §194; 1985 c.277 §3; 1987 c.905 §30; 1989 c.576 §§8a,9a; 1989 c.635 §§2,4; 1991 c.557 §6; 1993 c.13 §7; 1999 c.1051 §297; 2003 c.737 §§71,72; 2005 c.303 §§2,3; 2005 c.702 §§85,86,87; 2009 c.595 §1143; 2011 c.595 §§167,186; 2011 c.671 §4; 2012 c.81 §§4,5; 2015 c.318 §52]

Source: Section 813.240 — Amount and distribution of filing fee; screening interview fee , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 824.308 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 824 / Section 824.308
824.308 Railroads to provide first aid training for employees
Status: in_force

(1) Every railroad operating in this state shall provide to any employee who is an engineer, conductor or yard foreman a first aid training course that conforms to standards at least equivalent to the American Red Cross eight-hour first aid training course and cardiopulmonary resuscitation course.

(2) Railroads shall bear all costs incurred for the first aid training course described in subsection (1) of this section and shall pay wages to employees who are attending the course. [Subsection (1) formerly 764.170; subsection (2) formerly 764.180]

Source: Section 824.308 — Railroads to provide first aid training for employees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors824.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.200 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.200
803.200 Residency
Status: in_force

This section establishes when the exemptions under ORS 803.030 (Exemptions from title requirement) and 803.305 (Exemptions from general registration requirements) from titling and registration of vehicles owned by nonresidents are applicable. The applicability of the described exemptions for nonresident owners of vehicles is subject to all of the following:

(1) A person is a resident of this state for purposes of titling and registering vehicles if the person engages in any gainful employment in this state or takes any action to indicate the acquiring of residence in this state during the period of sojourn in this state by doing any of the following:

(a) Remaining in this state for a consecutive period of six months or more regardless of the domicile of the person.

(b) Placing children in a public school without payment of nonresident tuition fees.

(c) Making a declaration to be a resident of this state for the purpose of obtaining, at resident rates, a state license or tuition fees at an educational institution maintained by public funds.

(d) Maintaining a main office, branch office or warehouse facilities in this state and operating motor vehicles in this state.

(e) Operating motor vehicles in intrastate transportation for compensation or profit for other than seasonal agricultural work.

(2) Notwithstanding subsection (1) of this section, private passenger motor vehicle owners who are bona fide residents of states adjoining this state shall be permitted to operate their vehicles in this state for so long as such motor vehicles remain currently registered and titled in an adjoining state.

(3) A camper on a motor vehicle described in this section shall be subject to registration or titling under the vehicle code at the same time that such motor vehicle becomes subject to registration and titling under this section.

(4) Notwithstanding subsection (1) of this section, a person who is gainfully employed in this state shall not be considered a resident of the state if the person has taken no other steps to become a resident. This subsection applies, but is not limited, to a student at an educational institution who is paying nonresident tuition rates. [1983 c.338 §198; 1993 c.751 §87]

Source: Section 803.200 — Residency; criteria; exception; camper on vehicle , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 802.500 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 802 / Section 802.500
802.500 Authority for reciprocal registration agreements
Status: in_force

The Director of Transportation may enter into agreements with the duly authorized representatives of any jurisdiction that issues registration to establish reciprocal privileges or registration exemptions for vehicles as described in this section. All of the following apply to an agreement established under the authority granted by this section:

(1) An agreement may establish any of the following benefits, privileges and exemptions with respect to the operation of commercial or noncommercial vehicles in this state:

(a) For purposes of ORS 803.305 (Exemptions from general registration requirements) exemptions from registration and payment, wholly or partially, of any vehicle or registration fees.

(b) Privileges relating to vehicles used by persons with disabilities.

(c) Privileges relating to vehicle parking.

(d) Privileges relating to vehicle dealers.

(e) Privileges, exemptions or benefits relating to farm vehicles or implements of husbandry.

(f) Privileges relating to persons commercially transporting vehicles.

(g) Any similar privileges, benefits or exemptions relating to the operation of vehicles.

(h) Privileges, benefits or exemptions relating to the registration of fleets of vehicles.

(2) An agreement shall only grant the privileges, benefits and exemptions to a vehicle or the owner of a vehicle if the vehicle is any of the following:

(a) Registered in the jurisdiction where the person registering the vehicle has a legal residence.

(b) A commercial vehicle registered in a jurisdiction where the commercial enterprise in which the vehicle is used has a place of business. To qualify under this paragraph the vehicle must be assigned to the place of business and the place of business must be the place from which or in which the vehicle is most frequently dispatched, garaged, serviced, maintained, operated or otherwise controlled.

(c) A commercial vehicle registered in a jurisdiction where the vehicle has been registered because of an agreement between two jurisdictions or a declaration issued by any jurisdiction.

(3) An agreement shall retain the right of the Department of Transportation to make the final determination as to the proper place of registration of a vehicle when there is a dispute or doubt concerning the proper place of registration. An agreement shall retain the right of the department to confer with the departments of other jurisdictions affected when making a determination under this subsection.

(4) An agreement shall not provide for any benefit, exemption or privilege with respect to fuel taxes, use fuel taxes, weight mile taxes or any other fees or taxes levied or assessed against the use of highways or use or ownership of vehicles except registration taxes, fees and requirements.

(5) An agreement must provide that any vehicle registered in this state will receive a similar kind or degree of exemptions, benefits and privileges when operated in another jurisdiction that is party to the agreement as vehicles registered in the other jurisdiction receive when operated in this state.

(6) An agreement, in the judgment of the director, shall be in the best interest of this state and its citizens, shall be fair and equitable to this state and its citizens and shall be determined on the basis and recognition of benefits that accrue to the economy of this state from the uninterrupted flow of commerce.

(7) An agreement may authorize a vehicle that would otherwise be required to be registered in one jurisdiction to be registered in another jurisdiction without losing any benefit, exemption or privilege under the agreement if the vehicle is operated from a base located in the other jurisdiction.

(8) An agreement may allow the lessee or lessor of a vehicle, subject to the terms and conditions of the lease to receive benefits, exemptions and privileges under the agreement.

(9) An agreement may authorize the department to suspend or cancel any exceptions, benefits or privileges granted to any person under the agreement if the person violates any of the terms or conditions of the agreement or violates any law or rule of this state relating to vehicles.

(10) All agreements shall be in writing and filed with the department within 10 days after execution or the effective date of the agreement, whichever is later.

(11) An agreement may be a limited type agreement with any state bordering this state as described in this subsection. An agreement described under this subsection is subject to all of the following:

(a) The benefits, exemptions and privileges under the agreement shall only be extended to vehicles or a class of vehicles as specified in the agreement.

(b) The agreement shall be applicable only within an area in each state that is situated along the boundary between the states and that is substantially equal in size.

(c) The usage permitted of the vehicles in the two areas shall be as substantially equal as may be practicable.

(d) The areas and usage subject to the agreement shall be described in the agreement.

(e) Proportional registration shall not be required under the agreement.

(f) The agreement shall comply with other mandatory provisions of this section and may contain any other provisions described under this section.

(g) A vehicle operating under the agreement may be required to obtain a permit under ORS 803.610 (Reciprocity permits) .

(12) An agreement may require the display or submission of evidence of registration for any vehicle operating under the agreement. [1983 c.338 §142; 1985 c.16 §43; 1985 c.668 §3; 1993 c.174 §2; 2007 c.70 §323]

Source: Section 802.500 — Authority for reciprocal registration agreements; permitted provisions; requirements; limitations , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors802.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 821.150 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 821 / Section 821.150
821.150 Operation of snowmobile without driving privileges
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of operation of a snowmobile without driving privileges if the person operates a snowmobile without one of the following having been issued to the person and on the person at the time the person is operating the snowmobile:

(a) A driver license.

(b) A snowmobile operator permit issued under ORS 821.160 (Snowmobile operator permit) .

(2) This section does not apply to a person who is operating a snowmobile while taking a course from an instructor to obtain a snowmobile operator’s permit under ORS 821.160 (Snowmobile operator permit) .

(3) In addition to other penalties provided by this section, the operator or owner of a snowmobile may be liable as provided under ORS 821.310 (Treble damages for damage to property) .

(4) The offense described in this section, operation of snowmobile without driving privileges, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §722; 1985 c.16 §350; 1985 c.393 §41; 1995 c.383 §32]

Source: Section 821.150 — Operation of snowmobile without driving privileges; civil liability; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors821.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.595 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.595
811.595 Winter recreation parking permit
Status: in_force

A winter recreation parking permit is a vehicle permit that is issued as evidence of a grant of authority to park a vehicle in a winter recreation parking location established under ORS 810.170 (Winter recreation parking locations) without violation of ORS 811.590 (Unlawful parking in winter recreation parking area) . The Department of Transportation shall establish a program for the issuance of winter recreation parking permits under this section. The program established by the department shall comply with all of the following:

(1) The department shall adopt rules necessary for the issuance and administration of winter recreation parking permits. The rules shall be adopted under ORS chapter 183.

(2) The department shall include all of the following in the rules adopted under this section:

(a) The type of permit.

(b) The manner in which the permit is to be issued.

(c) The manner of displaying the permit on a vehicle.

(d) Procedures for issuance of permits by persons appointed by the department.

(3) Vehicle permits issued under this section shall be transferable from vehicle to vehicle.

(4) The fees for issuance of winter recreation parking permits are as provided under ORS 811.600 (Fees for winter recreation parking permits) . [1983 c.338 §679; 1985 c.16 §327]

Source: Section 811.595 — Winter recreation parking permit; rules; fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 820.110 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 820 / Section 820.110
820.110 Rules and standards for driver qualification and training and accident reports
Status: in_force

(1) The State Board of Education shall adopt and enforce rules to establish requirements of operation, qualifications or special training of drivers and special accident reports for school buses and school activity vehicles.

(2) The governing board of a public university listed in ORS 352.002 (Public universities) may adopt and enforce separate standards of the type described under this section for school buses and school activity vehicles that are under its jurisdiction.

(3) The rules and standards adopted under this section:

(a) Are subject to ORS 820.190 (Minor operating school vehicle) and 820.200 (Minor operating public passenger vehicle) and to any other statute or regulation relating to the operation of vehicles, qualifications of drivers and accident reports.

(b) Must be consistent with requirements established by statute or by rule adopted under statutory authority that relate to the same subject.

(c) May include different requirements for different classes or types of school buses or school activity vehicles.

(d) May include any exemptions determined appropriate under ORS 820.150 (Rules and standards for exemption of certain vehicles from Oregon Vehicle Code) .

(4) If the Department of Transportation suspends, cancels or revokes any driving privileges of a person who holds a school bus endorsement, the Department of Transportation shall notify the Department of Education of the suspension, cancellation or revocation. [1983 c.338 §748; 1985 c.16 §359; 1985 c.420 §13; 1989 c.491 §72; 2007 c.120 §1; 2013 c.768 §151; 2015 c.767 §212; 2023 c.400 §14]

Source: Section 820.110 — Rules and standards for driver qualification and training and accident reports , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors820.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.010 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.010
803.010 Proof of ownership
Status: in_force

A certificate of title is prima facie evidence of the ownership of a vehicle or of an interest therein. In all actions, suits or criminal proceedings, when the title to or right of possession of any vehicle is involved, proof of the ownership or right to possession shall be made by means of:

(1) The original certificate of title issued by the Department of Transportation;

(2) A salvage title certificate issued by the department; or

(3) The department records as provided under ORS 802.240 (Driver and vehicle records as evidence) . [1983 c.338 §174; 1991 c.873 §29]

Source: Section 803.010 — Proof of ownership , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.285 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.285
807.285 Commercial learner driver permit
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation shall issue commercial learner driver permits in the manner provided by this section. Except as provided in this section, a person who is issued a commercial learner driver permit may exercise the same driving privileges as those under the class of commercial driver license or endorsement for which the permit is issued. Except as provided in this section, a commercial learner driver permit is subject to the provisions, conditions, prohibitions and penalties applicable to a license or endorsement granting the same driving privileges.

(2) The department may issue commercial learner driver permits under this section that grant the driving privileges of a Class A commercial, Class B commercial or Class C commercial driver license, subject to the requirements and restrictions described in this section.

(3) An applicant for a commercial learner driver permit must be 18 years of age or older and must have a valid driver license issued by the department.

(4) In addition to meeting the requirement of providing proof of lawful status under ORS 807.040 (Requirements for issuance) , an applicant for a commercial learner driver permit must submit valid documentation, as defined by the department by rule, that the person is a citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States or a citizen of a country with a Compact of Free Association with the United States. The requirements of this subsection do not apply to

an applicant for a limited term commercial learner driver permit issued under ORS 807.730 (Issuance of limited term driver licenses, permits and identification cards) .

(5) A commercial learner driver permit is valid for a period of one year from the date of issuance and is not renewable.

(6) Except as provided in subsection (7) of this section, the holder of the commercial learner driver permit may not operate a commercial motor vehicle unless the holder has the permit in the holder’s immediate possession and is accompanied by a person who:

(a) Is at least 21 years of age;

(b) Holds a class of commercial driver license and endorsements that grant the driving privileges required to operate the vehicle;

(c) Has no restrictions on the person’s driving privileges that would make operation of the vehicle unlawful under ORS 807.010 (Operating vehicle without driving privileges or in violation of license restrictions) (2);

(d) Has the permit holder under observation and direct supervision; and

(e) Is occupying a seat beside the holder of the permit or, in the case of a commercial passenger vehicle, directly behind or in the first row behind the driver.

(7) When taking an examination as described in ORS 807.070 (Examinations) (3) with an examiner employed by the department, the holder of a commercial learner driver permit is not required to be accompanied by a commercial driver license holder as otherwise required under subsection (6) of this section.

(8) The holder of a commercial learner driver permit may not operate:

(a) Any vehicle transporting hazardous materials.

(b) A tank vehicle, unless the tank is empty.

(c) A commercial passenger vehicle while transporting passengers, unless the passengers are federal or state auditors or inspectors, test examiners or other trainees and there is a commercial driver license holder accompanying the permit holder as required by subsection (6) of this section.

(d) A school bus while transporting passengers, unless the other passengers are federal or state auditors or inspectors, test examiners or other trainees and there is a commercial driver license holder accompanying the permit holder as required by subsection (6) of this section.

(e) A commercial motor vehicle combination consisting of more than one towed vehicle.

(9) A commercial learner driver permit must contain all of the applicable information described in ORS 807.110 (Contents of license) (1) and a prominent statement that the permit is a “commercial learner permit” or “CLP.”

(10) An applicant for a commercial learner driver permit must pay the commercial learner driver permit fee established under ORS 807.370 (License, endorsement and permit fees) . [2013 c.237 §32; 2017 c.306 §§5,5a; 2019 c.701 §20]

Source: Section 807.285 — Commercial learner driver permit; fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 821.176 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 821 / Section 821.176
821.176 Operation of Class IV all-terrain vehicle without driving privileges
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of operation of a Class IV all-terrain vehicle without driving privileges if the person operates a Class IV all-terrain vehicle on public lands and the person does not hold a valid driver license issued under ORS 807.040 (Requirements for issuance) .

(2) This section does not apply to a child under the age of 16 if:

(a) The child’s age complies with the manufacturer’s minimum age recommendation as evidenced by the manufacturer’s warning label affixed to the vehicle;

(b) The child is accompanied by a person who is at least 18 years of age, who holds a valid all-terrain vehicle operator permit issued under ORS 390.570 (Class I all-terrain vehicle operator permits) , 390.575 (Class III all-terrain vehicle operator permits) or 390.577 (Class IV all-terrain vehicle operator permit) and who is able to provide immediate assistance and direction to the child; and

(c) The child holds a Class IV all-terrain vehicle operator permit issued under ORS 390.577 (Class IV all-terrain vehicle operator permit) .

(3) This section does not apply if:

(a) The vehicle is used exclusively in farming, agricultural or forestry operations or used by persons licensed under ORS chapter 571 exclusively for nursery or Christmas tree growing operations; or

(b) The vehicle is being used on land owned or leased by the owner of the vehicle.

(4) The offense described in this section, operation of a Class IV all-terrain vehicle without driving privileges, is a Class C traffic violation. [2011 c.360 §6]

Note: 821.176 (Operation of Class IV all-terrain vehicle without driving privileges) was added to and made a part of the Oregon Vehicle Code by legislative action but was not added to ORS chapter 821 or any series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 821.176 — Operation of Class IV all-terrain vehicle without driving privileges; exemptions; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors821.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 821.090 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 821 / Section 821.090
821.090 Exemptions from snowmobile registration requirements
Status: in_force

This section establishes exemptions from the requirements to register snowmobiles under ORS 821.100 (Operation of unregistered snowmobile) . The following are exempt from the registration requirements, either partially or completely as described:

(1) A snowmobile owned and operated by the United States, another state or a political subdivision thereof.

(2) A snowmobile owned and operated by this state or by any city, district or political subdivision thereof.

(3) A snowmobile owned by a resident of another state if registered in accordance with the laws of the state in which its owner resides. The exemption granted under this subsection:

(a) Is only granted to the extent that a similar exemption or privilege is granted under the laws of the other state for snowmobiles registered in this state.

(b) Is only granted for a period of up to 60 consecutive days. Any snowmobile that does not qualify for the exemption under this subsection because of this paragraph is subject to registration.

(4) A snowmobile operated under an out-of-state permit issued under ORS 821.130 (Out-of-state snowmobile permit) .

(5) A snowmobile operated under dealer plates as described in ORS 822.040 (Privileges granted by certificate) .

(6) A snowmobile used exclusively in farming, agricultural or forestry operations or used by persons licensed under ORS chapter 571 exclusively for nursery or Christmas tree growing operations. [1983 c.338 §715; 1985 c.16 §347; 1985 c.459 §8; 1987 c.254 §4; 1987 c.261 §4; 1987 c.387 §2; 1989 c.991 §9; 1995 c.774 §18; 1999 c.977 §29]

Source: Section 821.090 — Exemptions from snowmobile registration requirements , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors821.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 802.179 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 802 / Section 802.179
802.179 Exemptions from prohibition on release of personal information from motor vehicle records
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation, upon request or as required by law, shall disclose personal information from a motor vehicle record to a government agency for use in carrying out its governmental functions.

(2) The department shall disclose personal information from a motor vehicle record for use in connection with matters of motor vehicle or driver safety and theft, motor vehicle emissions, motor vehicle product alterations, recalls or advisories, performance monitoring of motor vehicles and dealers by motor vehicle manufacturers, and removal of nonowner records from the original owner records of motor vehicle manufacturers to carry out the purposes of any of the following federal Acts:

(a) The Automobile Information Disclosure Act.

(b) The Motor Vehicle Information and Cost Saving Act.

(c) The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966.

(d) The Anti-Car Theft Act of 1992.

(e) The Clean Air Act.

(3) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) If the department determines that a business is a legitimate business, the department shall disclose personal information to the business for use in the normal course of business in:

(A) Verifying the accuracy of personal information submitted to the business; or

(B) Correcting personal information submitted to the business, but only in order to:

(i) Prevent fraud;

(ii) Pursue legal remedies against the individual who submitted the personal information; or

(iii) Recover a debt from, or satisfy a security interest against, the individual.

(b) The department shall adopt rules specifying the kind of information that the department will accept as evidence that a business is a legitimate business.

(4) The department shall disclose personal information to:

(a) An attorney, a financial institution as defined in ORS chapter 706 or a collection agency registered under ORS 697.031 (Registration procedure) for use in connection with a civil, criminal, administrative or arbitration proceeding in any court, government agency or self-regulatory body. Permissible uses of personal information under this paragraph include, but are not limited to, service of process, investigation in anticipation of litigation and the execution and enforcement of judgments and orders.

(b) A process server acting as an agent for an individual for use in serving documents in connection with an existing civil, criminal, administrative or arbitration proceeding, or a judgment, in any court, government agency or self-regulatory body. Nothing in this paragraph limits the activities of a process server when acting as an agent for an attorney, collection agency or like person or for a government agency.

(5) The department shall disclose personal information other than names to a researcher for use in researching health and educational questions and providing statistical reports, as long as the personal information is not published, redisclosed or used to contact individuals. The department may disclose information under this subsection only for research sponsored by an educational institution or a health research institution.

(6) The department shall disclose personal information to an insurer, an insurance support organization or a self-insured entity in connection with claims investigation activities, antifraud activities, underwriting or rating.

(7) The department shall disclose personal information regarding ownership or other financial interests in a vehicle to a person who is required by the state or federal Constitution, a statute or an ordinance to give notice to another person concerning the vehicle. Personal information disclosed under this subsection may be used only for giving the required notice. Persons authorized to receive personal information under this subsection include, but are not limited to:

(a) Tow companies;

(b) Persons who have or are entitled to have liens on the vehicle; and

(c) Persons taking an action that could affect ownership rights to the vehicle.

(8) The department shall disclose personal information to any private security professional certified under ORS 181A.870 (Board on Public Safety Standards and Training to establish standards) , to be used for the purpose of determining ownership of vehicles parked in a place over which the private security professional, acting within the scope of the professional’s employment, exercises control.

(9) The department shall disclose personal information to the employer of an individual who holds commercial driving privileges, or the insurer of the employer, to obtain or verify information about the individual.

(10) The department shall disclose personal information to the operator of a private toll facility for use in collecting tolls.

(11) The department may not disclose personal information for bulk distributors of surveys, marketing materials or solicitations except as provided in this subsection. The department shall implement methods and procedures to ensure:

(a) That individuals are offered an opportunity to request that personal information about themselves be disclosed to bulk distributors; and

(b) That the personal information provided by the department will be used, rented or sold solely for bulk distribution of surveys, marketing materials and solicitations.

(12) The department shall disclose personal information to a person who requests the information if the requester provides the department with written permission from the individual whose personal information is requested. The written permission from the individual must be notarized.

(13) The department shall disclose personal information to a person who is in the business of disseminating such information under the following conditions:

(a) In addition to any other requirements under the contract executed pursuant to paragraph (b) of this subsection, the person requesting the information must file a performance bond with the department in the amount of $25,000. The bond must be executed in favor of the State of Oregon and its form is subject to approval by the Attorney General.

(b) The disseminator shall enter into a contract with the department. A contract under this paragraph shall contain at least the following provisions:

(A) That the disseminator will not reproduce or distribute the personal information in bulk but only in response to an individual record inquiry.

(B) That the disseminator will provide the personal information only to a person or government agency authorized to receive the information under this section and only if the person or government agency has been authorized by the department to receive the information.

(C) That the disseminator will have a method of ensuring that the disseminator can delay for a period of up to two days the giving of personal information to a requester who is not a subscriber.

(14) The department shall disclose personal information to representatives of the news media for the gathering or dissemination of information related to the operation of a motor vehicle or to public safety.

(15) The department shall disclose personal information as provided in ORS 802.220 (Availability of records) (5).

(16) The department shall adopt rules providing for the release of personal information from motor vehicle records to a person who has a financial interest in the vehicle. Rules adopted under this subsection may include, but need not be limited to, rules establishing procedures for the department to verify the financial interest of the person making the request for personal information.

(17) The department shall adopt rules providing for the release of personal information from motor vehicle records to a person who is injured by the unsafe operation of a vehicle or who owns property that is damaged because of the unsafe operation of a vehicle.

(18) The department shall disclose personal information to a private investigator licensed by any licensing authority within the State of Oregon, to be used for any purpose permitted under this section. A licensed private investigator requesting information must prove to the department that the person has a corporate surety bond, an irrevocable letter of credit issued by an insured institution as defined in ORS 706.008 (Additional definitions for Bank Act) or such other security as the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training may prescribe by rule in the minimum amount of $5,000 or errors and omissions insurance in the minimum amount of $5,000.

(19) The department shall disclose personal information to a procurement organization as defined in ORS 97.953 (Definitions for ORS 97.951 to 97.982) for the purpose of facilitating the making of anatomical gifts under the provisions of ORS 97.955 (Purpose of anatomical gift) . [1997 c.678 §4; 1999 c.24 §1; 1999 c.312 §2; 2001 c.231 §1; 2003 c.576 §565; 2005 c.291 §1; 2005 c.447 §15; 2005 c.505 §6; 2005 c.613 §27; 2007 c.681 §29; 2013 c.237 §35; 2015 c.138 §§20,21]

Source: Section 802.179 — Exemptions from prohibition on release of personal information from motor vehicle records; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors802.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.140 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.140
803.140 Application
Status: in_force

(1) When a person is required by the provisions of ORS 819.016 (When salvage title required) to apply for a salvage title for a vehicle, the application shall be in a form acceptable to the Department of Transportation and shall contain any information required by the department by rule. Rules adopted by the department may include, but need not be limited to, provisions for accepting an application under this section that does not contain all the information otherwise required, if the department is satisfied as to ownership of the vehicle.

(2) The department may design a salvage title certificate for vehicles and by rule may prescribe the contents of the certificate. A salvage title certificate shall be produced by a secure process that meets or exceeds the requirements of federal law.

(3) The department may issue a salvage title certificate to a person who submits an application that meets the requirements imposed by the department under this section and submits the fee required under ORS 803.090 (Fees for certificate of title) .

(4) The department may adopt any rules it considers necessary for the administration of the salvage title process. The rules may include, but need not be limited to, rules specifying:

(a) Permissible uses of a salvage title certificate.

(b) Requirements for replacement or surrender of a salvage title certificate or for issuance of a new certificate.

(c) Records that will be kept by the department.

(d) Forms of salvage title other than certificates. [1991 c.873 §28; 1993 c.233 §37]

Source: Section 803.140 — Application; certificate; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.110 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.110
814.110 Rights for persons who are blind, who are deaf-blind or who have limited vision
Status: in_force

(1) The following definitions apply to this section and to ORS 811.035 (Failure to stop and remain stopped for pedestrian who has limited vision or is blind) and 814.120 (Unlawful use of white cane) :

(a) “Blind” means visual acuity that does not exceed 20/200 in the better eye with corrective lenses, or having a visual field of 20 degrees or less.

(b) “Dog guide” means a dog that is wearing a dog guide harness and is trained to lead or guide a person who is blind.

(c) “Limited vision” means visual acuity that does not exceed 20/70 and is no worse than 20/200 in the better eye with corrective lenses.

(d) “White cane” means a cane or walking stick that is white in color or white with a red tip.

(2) This section and ORS 811.035 (Failure to stop and remain stopped for pedestrian who has limited vision or is blind) and 814.120 (Unlawful use of white cane) grant and enforce the following rights for pedestrians who are blind or deaf-blind:

(a) A person who has limited vision and a person who is blind or deaf-blind may carry and use a white cane on the highways and other public places of this state for the purposes of identification and mobility.

(b) A person who has limited vision and a person who is deaf-blind may use a white cane marked by a six-inch-wide chartreuse-colored strip at the tip end.

(3) A pedestrian who has limited vision and a pedestrian who is blind or deaf-blind and who is not carrying a white cane or not accompanied by a dog guide has all the rights and privileges granted by law to all pedestrians. [1985 c.16 §284; 2007 c.70 §344; 2017 c.175 §1]

Source: Section 814.110 — Rights for persons who are blind, who are deaf-blind or who have limited vision , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.170 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.170
815.170 Operation without pneumatic tires
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of operation without pneumatic tires if the person does any of the following:

(a) Drives, operates or moves on a highway any vehicle or combination of vehicles that is not equipped with pneumatic tires made of elastic material.

(b) Owns a vehicle or combination of vehicles and causes or permits the vehicle or combination of vehicles to be driven, operated or moved on a highway when not equipped with pneumatic tires made of elastic material. Operation of any vehicle or combination of vehicles in violation of this section is prima facie evidence that the owner of the vehicle or combination caused or permitted the vehicle or combination to be so operated and the owner shall be liable for any penalties imposed under subsection (4) of this section as a result of the operation.

(2) The application of this section is subject to the exemptions from this section established under ORS 815.175 (Exemptions from pneumatic tire requirement) .

(3) Violation of the offense described in this section is subject to civil liability under ORS 818.410 (Civil liability for certain violations) .

(4) The offense described in this section, operation without pneumatic tires, is a Class C traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §480; 1985 c.393 §20]

Source: Section 815.170 — Operation without pneumatic tires; civil liability; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.055 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.055
803.055 Delivery of evidence of title
Status: in_force

(1) When a certificate of title is issued by this state, the Department of Transportation shall deliver the certificate as follows unless otherwise provided by law:

(a) To the security interest holder with the highest priority.

(b) If there are no security interest holders, to the lessor.

(c) If there are no security interest holders or lessors, to the owner of the vehicle.

(2) When a salvage title certificate is issued by this state, the department shall deliver the certificate to the owner of the vehicle.

(3) The department may determine by rule whether, when, how and to whom titles issued in a form other than a certificate shall be delivered. [1983 c.338 §181; 1985 c.16 §63; 1991 c.873 §31; 1993 c.233 §23]

Source: Section 803.055 — Delivery of evidence of title; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 802.325 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 802 / Section 802.325
802.325 Bicycle safety program
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation, in consultation with the Transportation Safety Committee, shall establish a bicycle safety program that complies with this section to the extent moneys are available for such program. The program established may include the following:

(a) Bicycle safety promotion and public education.

(b) Advice and assistance for bicycle safety programs operated by government or nongovernment organizations.

(c) Classroom instruction and actual riding instruction necessary to teach safe and proper operation of bicycles.

(d) Bicycle education and information that assist police agencies in the enforcement of bicycle laws.

(e) Other education or safety programs the department determines will help promote the safe operation of bicycles, promote safe and lawful riding habits and assist in accident prevention.

(2) The department shall act as a liaison between government agencies and advisory committees and interested bicyclist groups.

(3) The department may accept donations and solicit grants to enable the department to carry out the functions of this section.

(4) The department may charge a fee for services provided under the program established under this section. Any fee charged by the department under this subsection must be established by rule and may not be in an amount that will discourage persons from participating in safety programs offered by the department under this section. [1987 c.683 §2; 1991 c.453 §9; 2015 c.138 §23]

Source: Section 802.325 — Bicycle safety program; contents; fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors802.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 802.253 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 802 / Section 802.253
802.253 Records containing residence address of corrections officer or household member
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Correctional facility” means an institution used for the confinement of persons convicted of a criminal offense or held by court order.

(b) “Corrections officer” means a person employed in a correctional facility, wherever it may be located, who primarily performs the duty of custody, control or supervision of individuals convicted of a criminal offense.

(2) A corrections officer, who is a resident of Oregon but is employed in a correctional facility located in a state other than Oregon, may request that any driver or vehicle record kept by the Department of Transportation that contains or is required to contain the corrections officer’s residence address contain instead the address of the correctional facility employing the corrections officer. A request under this subsection must:

(a) Be in a form specified by the department that includes designation of the Oregon county of residence.

(b) Contain verification of employment as determined adequate by the department to establish eligibility for this service.

(3) Upon receipt of a request and verification under this section, the department shall remove the corrections officer’s residence address from its records, if necessary, and substitute the address of the correctional facility employing the corrections officer. The department shall indicate on the records that the address shown is an employment address. While the request is in effect, the corrections officer may enter the address of the correctional facility employing the corrections officer on any driver or vehicle form issued by the department that requires an address.

(4) If the corrections officer ceases to be employed in the correctional facility, the corrections officer shall notify the department of a change of address as provided in ORS 803.220 (Notification to department of name or address change) or 807.560 (Failure to notify department upon change of address or name) .

(5) If a corrections officer is killed in the line of duty, a person who is a household member of the corrections officer may request that any driver or vehicle record kept by the department that contains or is required to contain the household member’s residence address continue to contain the address of the public agency that employed the corrections officer for up to four years after the date of the death of the corrections officer. On or before the date on which the four-year period ends, the household member shall notify the department of a change of address as provided in ORS 803.220 (Notification to department of name or address change) or 807.560 (Failure to notify department upon change of address or name) . A request under this subsection shall be in a form specified by the department. [2005 c.292 §3; 2011 c.297 §2]

Source: Section 802.253 — Records containing residence address of corrections officer or household member , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors802.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.140 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.140
807.140 Notice prior to expiration
Status: in_force

(1) Before the expiration of any license or a license with an endorsement under the vehicle code, the Department of Transportation shall notify the person to whom the license was issued of the approaching expiration. Within a reasonable time prior to the expiration date, the department shall notify the person to whom the license was issued in the manner determined by the department by rule.

(2) The department is not required to notify the person of an approaching expiration if the person’s license has been suspended, canceled or revoked or if the person has failed to notify the department of a change of address as required under ORS 807.560 (Failure to notify department upon change of address or name) .

(3) Notwithstanding subsection (1) of this section, the department is not required to notify the person of an approaching expiration if the person received a limited term driver license, limited term commercial driver license, limited term driver permit, limited term commercial learner driver permit or limited term identification card under ORS 807.730 (Issuance of limited term driver licenses, permits and identification cards) for a period of less than one year.

(4) Failure to receive a notice of expiration from the department is not a defense to a charge of driving with an expired license. However, the court may dismiss the charge if the person renews the license before the scheduled court appearance.

(5) The department’s responsibility to maintain records concerning notice under this section is as provided under ORS 802.210 (Records of notification of approaching expiration of registration or license not required) . [1983 c.338 §309; 1985 c.16 §130; 1985 c.597 §9; 1993 c.751 §41; 2003 c.14 §476; 2009 c.258 §2; 2017 c.306 §9; 2019 c.312 §20]

Source: Section 807.140 — Notice prior to expiration; exceptions; effect of failure to notify; records , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.485 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.485
814.485 Failure to wear protective headgear
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure of a bicycle operator or rider to wear protective headgear if the person is under 16 years of age, operates or rides on a bicycle on a highway or on premises open to the public and is not wearing protective headgear of a type approved under ORS 815.052 (Rules establishing standards for protective headgear) .

(2) Exemptions from this section are as provided in ORS 814.487 (Exemptions from protective headgear requirements) .

(3) The offense described in this section, failure of a bicycle operator or rider to wear protective headgear, is a specific fine traffic violation. The presumptive fine for failure of a bicycle operator or rider to wear protective headgear is $25. [1993 c.408 §2; 1995 c.581 §1; 2011 c.597 §103]

Source: Section 814.485 — Failure to wear protective headgear; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.125 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.125
801.125 “Antique vehicle.”
Status: in_force

“Antique vehicle” means a vehicle that is older than one-half the number of years between the current year and 1900 and that is maintained as a collector’s item. [1983 c.338 §17; 2003 c.122 §1]

Source: Section 801.125 — “Antique vehicle.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 809.275 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 809 / Section 809.275
809.275 Court to take possession of license or permit
Status: in_force

(1) A court shall take immediate possession of any license or driver permit held by a defendant that is issued by any jurisdiction if the court orders a suspension or revocation under ORS 165.805 (Misrepresentation of age by a minor) , 471.430 (Purchase or possession of alcoholic beverages by person under 21) , 809.120 (Court-ordered suspension of registration or driving privileges for weight violation) , 809.235 (Permanent revocation of driving privileges upon conviction of certain crimes) , 809.240 (Court-ordered suspension or revocation) , 809.260 (Court-ordered suspension of driving privileges of juvenile) , 809.270 (Driver improvement course) , 811.109 (Penalties for speed violations) or 811.135 (Careless driving) .

(2) Upon taking possession of a license or permit under this section, a court shall immediately forward to the Department of Transportation the license or permit and a copy of the suspension or revocation order or other information satisfactory to the department and to the State Court Administrator.

(3) A suspension or revocation of driving privileges becomes effective on the date a court takes possession of a license or permit under this section or orders the suspension or revocation.

(4) The department is not required to provide further notice of a suspension or revocation ordered by the court.

(5) Nothing in this section requires a court to take additional action, after the conclusion of the sentencing hearing, to secure the driver license or driver permit. [Formerly 809.250; 2011 c.355 §9; 2018 c.76 §27]

Source: Section 809.275 — Court to take possession of license or permit; effective date of suspension or revocation , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors809.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 824.202 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 824 / Section 824.202
824.202 Policy
Status: in_force

It is the policy of this state to achieve uniform and coordinated regulation of railroad-highway crossings and to eliminate crossings at grade wherever possible. To these ends, authority to control and regulate the construction, alteration, and protection of railroad-highway crossings is vested exclusively in the state, and in the Department of Transportation as provided in ORS 824.200 (Definitions for 824.200 to 824.256) to 824.256 (Expense contributed by public held in trust by railroad company) . [Formerly 763.013]

Source: Section 824.202 — Policy; authority vested in state and department , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors824.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 822.083 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 822 / Section 822.083
822.083 “Show” defined
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section, “show” means a site where recreational vehicles are temporarily displayed and offered for sale. “Show” does not include a site that is used to display recreational vehicles for more than 10 days or that is a place of business listed on a supplemental certificate issued under ORS 822.040 (Privileges granted by certificate) .

(2) A recreational vehicle dealer may not participate in a show conducted at a site that is more than 50 miles from the dealer’s place of business listed in the dealer certificate application described in ORS 822.025 (Application contents) unless the show includes a display by at least two recreational vehicle dealers and the dealer obtains a show license from the Department of Transportation as described in ORS 822.084 (Show license) . [2001 c.172 §2]

Note: See note under 822.082 (“Recreational vehicle service facility” defined) .

Source: Section 822.083 — “Show” defined; conditions for participation in show , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors822.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.555 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.555
815.555 Tampering with a vehicle metering system
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of tampering with a vehicle metering system if the person:

(a) With the intent to defraud, operates a motor vehicle that is subject to the per-mile road usage charge imposed under ORS 319.885 (Per-mile road usage charge) on a highway knowing that the vehicle metering system is disconnected or nonfunctional.

(b) Replaces, disconnects or resets the vehicle metering system of a motor vehicle that is subject to the per-mile road usage charge imposed under ORS 319.885 (Per-mile road usage charge) with the intent of reducing the metered use recorded by the vehicle metering system.

(2) This section does not apply to a person who is servicing, repairing or replacing a vehicle metering system.

(3) As used in this section, “vehicle metering system” means a system used to record the metered use by a motor vehicle for the purpose of complying with the reporting requirements under ORS 319.920 (Reporting requirement) .

(4) Tampering with a vehicle metering system is a Class A traffic violation. [2013 c.781 §21]

Source: Section 815.555 — Tampering with a vehicle metering system; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.115 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.115
801.115 “Ambulance.”
Status: in_force

“Ambulance” means any privately or publicly owned motor vehicle that is regularly provided or offered to be provided for the emergency transportation of persons who are ill or injured or who have disabilities. [1983 c.338 §15; 2007 c.70 §320]

Source: Section 801.115 — “Ambulance.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 809.545 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 809 / Section 809.545
809.545 Administrative review
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided in subsections (2) and (3) of this section, a person is entitled to administrative review under ORS 809.440 (Hearing and administrative review procedures) for a suspension of commercial driving privileges under ORS 809.510 (Conviction of crime) to 809.545 (Administrative review) , or a suspension of the right to apply for commercial driving privileges under ORS 809.540 (Right to apply) .

(2) A person is entitled to a hearing under ORS 813.410 (Suspension upon receipt of police report on implied consent test) for a suspension of commercial driving privileges under ORS 809.510 (Conviction of crime) (3), (4) or (5), or a suspension of the right to apply for commercial driving privileges under ORS 809.540 (Right to apply) based on ORS 809.510 (Conviction of crime) (3), (4) or (5).

(3) A person is entitled to a hearing under ORS 813.410 (Suspension upon receipt of police report on implied consent test) for a suspension of commercial driving privileges under ORS 809.520 (Lifetime suspension of commercial driving privileges) (3) when the suspension is based on conduct described in ORS 809.510 (Conviction of crime) (3), (4) or (5), or a suspension of the right to apply for commercial driving privileges under ORS 809.540 (Right to apply) when the suspension is based on conduct described in ORS 809.510 (Conviction of crime) (3), (4) or (5). [2013 c.237 §11; 2021 c.630 §§110,111]

Source: Section 809.545 — Administrative review , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors809.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.235 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.235
815.235 Operation without rearview mirror
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of operation without a rearview mirror if the person does any of the following:

(a) Drives or moves on any highway any motor vehicle that is not equipped with a rearview mirror or device that meets the requirements under this section.

(b) Owns a motor vehicle and causes or knowingly permits the vehicle to be driven or moved on any highway when the vehicle is not equipped with a rearview mirror or device that meets the requirements under this section.

(2) A rearview mirror or device only meets the requirements of this section if it enables the driver of the vehicle to have such a clear and unobstructed view of the rear at all times and under all conditions of load as will enable the driver to see any other vehicle approaching from not less than 200 feet in the rear on an unobstructed road.

(3) This section does not apply to the following vehicles:

(a) Vehicles of special interest that are registered under ORS 805.020 (Special interest vehicles) and that were not equipped with rearview mirrors when originally manufactured.

(b) Road machinery, road rollers or farm tractors.

(c) Antique vehicles that are registered under ORS 805.010 (Antique vehicles) and that were not equipped with rearview mirrors when originally manufactured.

(4) The offense described in this section, operation without a rearview mirror, is a Class C traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §493; 1985 c.69 §3; 2015 c.138 §33]

Source: Section 815.235 — Operation without rearview mirror; exemptions; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.513 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.513
811.513 Unlawfully operating medium-speed electric vehicle on highway
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of unlawfully operating a medium-speed electric vehicle on a highway if the person operates a medium-speed electric vehicle on a highway with a posted speed limit that is greater than 45 miles per hour.

(2) Notwithstanding subsection (1) of this section, a city or county may adopt an ordinance allowing operation of medium-speed electric vehicles on city streets or county roads that have speed limits or posted speeds of more than 45 miles per hour.

(3) The offense described in this section, unlawfully operating a medium-speed electric vehicle on a highway, is a Class B traffic violation. [2009 c.865 §13]

Note: 811.513 (Unlawfully operating medium-speed electric vehicle on highway) was added to and made a part of the Oregon Vehicle Code by legislative action but was not added to ORS chapter 811 or any series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 811.513 — Unlawfully operating medium-speed electric vehicle on highway; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.240 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.240
825.240 Inapplicability of certain regulatory statutes to local cartage activities
Status: in_force

(1) The provisions of ORS 825.202 (Department’s authority over for-hire carriers of household goods) , 825.220 (Temporary rate procedures) , 825.224 (Rate regulation of carriers of household goods) and 825.234 (Classes of carriers of household goods) , except for ORS 825.202 (Department’s authority over for-hire carriers of household goods) (2), (3) and (4), do not apply to for-hire carriers of household goods who are engaged in local cartage of property within areas designated in rules adopted by the Department of Transportation. The department shall designate a local cartage area as exempt from economic regulation if the department finds from the record and evidence in a rulemaking proceeding that:

(a) The gross revenue derived from local cartage of household goods in the designated cartage area by carriers does not exceed $100,000 a year;

(b) The population of the affected city or cartage area is less than 10,000;

(c) The incorporated city or designated cartage area is not an essential part of a metropolitan, industrial or homogeneous economic area;

(d) The incorporated city or cartage area is not contiguous to another city or within the area encompassed by the commercial zone of another city;

(e) Service to the public would not be adversely affected;

(f) The carrier’s ability to render service would not be adversely affected; and

(g) It is not otherwise adverse to the public interest to exclude such area from regulation.

(2) If the department finds in a future rulemaking proceeding that adequate service is not being provided or that the public interest demands that the exemption be removed, the department shall remove the exemption and require the affected cartage carriers to comply with the provisions of this chapter.

(3) Within 90 days after the effective date of the order removing the exemption, carriers who operated within the local cartage area for at least six consecutive months immediately preceding the effective date of the order may file with the department an application for operating authority. The application shall be accompanied by evidence of qualified operations in the local cartage area. If the department finds that the applicant has engaged in qualified operations in the area, the department shall issue an appropriate certificate authorizing the carrier to provide service within the area. Applicants may continue to provide service pending the department’s decision on the application. [Formerly 767.417]

Source: Section 825.240 — Inapplicability of certain regulatory statutes to local cartage activities; application for authority; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 823.011 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 823 / Section 823.011
823.011 Authority to adopt rules
Status: in_force

The Department of Transportation may adopt and amend reasonable and proper rules and regulations relative to all statutes regarding motor carriers and railroads administered by the department and may adopt and publish reasonable and proper rules to govern proceedings and to regulate the mode and manner of all investigations of motor carriers and railroads subject to regulation by the department. [1995 c.733 §16]

Source: Section 823.011 — Authority to adopt rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors823.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.325 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.325
814.325 Carrying passenger on motorcycle
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of unlawfully carrying a passenger on a motorcycle if the person does any of the following:

(a) Carries on a motorcycle a person who is not seated on a permanent and regular seat, if the motorcycle is designed to carry more than one person, or upon another seat attached to the motorcycle at the rear or side of the operator’s seat.

(b) Carries a person in a position that interferes with the operation or control of the motorcycle or the operator’s view.

(c) Carries a person, other than in a sidecar or enclosed cab, on a motorcycle with no footrests for that person.

(2) The offense described in this section, unlawfully carrying a passenger on a motorcycle, is a Class B traffic violation. [1987 c.138 §8]

Source: Section 814.325 — Carrying passenger on motorcycle; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.245 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.245
815.245 Violation of minimum clearance requirements for passenger vehicles
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of violation of minimum clearance requirements for passenger vehicles if the person drives or moves on any highway or owns and causes or knowingly permits to be driven or moved on any highway any passenger motor vehicle that does not have the clearance from the surface of the roadway required by this section.

(2) A vehicle does not have the clearance from the surface of the roadway required by this section if any portion of the vehicle, other than the wheels, has less clearance from the surface of a level roadway than the clearance between the roadway and the lowest portion of any rim of any wheel in contact with the roadway.

(3) The offense described in this section, violation of minimum clearance requirements for passenger vehicles, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §495]

Source: Section 815.245 — Violation of minimum clearance requirements for passenger vehicles; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 823.009 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 823 / Section 823.009
823.009 General powers of department regarding motor carriers and railroads
Status: in_force

(1) In addition to the powers and duties now or hereafter transferred to or vested in the Department of Transportation, the department shall represent the customers of any motor carrier or railroad, and the public generally, in all controversies respecting rates, valuations, service and all matters of which the department has jurisdiction regarding motor carriers and railroads. In respect thereof, the department shall make use of its jurisdiction and powers to protect such customers, and the public generally, from unjust and unreasonable exactions and practices and to obtain for them adequate service at fair and reasonable rates.

(2) The department is vested with power and jurisdiction to supervise and regulate every motor carrier and railroad in this state, and to do all things necessary and convenient in the exercise of such power and jurisdiction.

(3) The department may participate in any proceeding before any public officer, commission or body of the United States or any state or other jurisdiction for the purpose of representing the public generally and the customers of the services of any motor carrier or railroad operating or providing service to or within this state.

(4) The department may make joint investigations, hold joint hearings within or without this state and issue concurrent orders in conjunction or concurrence with any official, board, commission or agency of any state or of the United States. [1995 c.733 §15; 1997 c.275 §9]

Source: Section 823.009 — General powers of department regarding motor carriers and railroads , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors823.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.400 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.400
801.400 “Premises open to the public.”
Status: in_force

“Premises open to the public” includes any premises open to the general public for the use of motor vehicles, whether the premises are publicly or privately owned and whether or not a fee is charged for the use of the premises. [1983 c.338 §72]

Source: Section 801.400 — “Premises open to the public.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.460 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.460
811.460 Failure to follow rail crossing procedures for high-risk vehicles
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure to follow rail crossing procedures for high-risk vehicles if the person takes any vehicle described in this section across any railroad or rail fixed guideway public transportation system tracks at grade without doing all of the following:

(a) Stopping the vehicle at a clearly marked stop line or, if there is not a clearly marked stop line, not less than 15 feet nor more than 50 feet from the nearest rail of the railroad or rail fixed guideway public transportation system.

(b) While so stopped, listening and looking in both directions along the tracks for approaching trains, other on-track equipment or rail fixed guideway public transportation system vehicles and for signals indicating approaching trains, other on-track equipment or rail fixed guideway public transportation system vehicles.

(c) Proceeding across the tracks after stopping only when such movement can be performed safely in the gear of the motor vehicle that does not require manually changing gears while proceeding.

(d) Proceeding across the tracks without manually changing gears.

(2) This section applies to the following vehicles when moved across railroad or rail fixed guideway public transportation system tracks:

(a) A school bus.

(b) A school activity vehicle with a loaded weight of 10,000 pounds or more.

(c) A worker transport bus.

(d) Any bus operated for transporting children to and from church or an activity or function authorized by a church.

(e) Any vehicle used in the transportation of persons for hire by a nonprofit entity.

(f) A commercial bus.

(g) A motor vehicle carrying as a cargo or part of a cargo any explosive substance, inflammable liquids, corrosives or similar substances or any cargo that the Department of Transportation determines to be hazardous. For purposes of this paragraph, the department may only determine a substance to be hazardous by rule. Any rules adopted by the department to determine hazardous substances must be consistent with substances classified as hazardous by the United States Secretary of Transportation.

(h) A tank vehicle, whether loaded or empty, used for the transportation of any hazardous material.

(3) Exemptions to this section are provided under ORS 811.465 (Exemptions from high-risk vehicle rail crossing procedures) .

(4) The offense described in this section, failure to follow rail crossing procedures for high-risk vehicles, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §649; 1985 c.16 §318; 1985 c.420 §9; 1989 c.992 §20; 1995 c.383 §72; 1995 c.733 §49; 2001 c.104 §308; 2001 c.492 §4; 2001 c.522 §5; 2015 c.283 §6; 2017 c.46 §6; 2017 c.176 §2]

Source: Section 811.460 — Failure to follow rail crossing procedures for high-risk vehicles; application; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.041 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.041
801.041 Terms and conditions for imposition of registration fee by county
Status: in_force

"Oregon law gives the counties with a population of at least 350,000 the power to use vehicle registration fees to pay for bridge projects. Multnomah County first did so in 2009, enacting a $19 annual fee that brought in $11 million per year…" Bibliographic info

The following apply to the authority granted to counties by ORS 801.040 (Authority to adopt special provisions) to establish registration fees for vehicles:

(1) An ordinance establishing registration fees under this section must be enacted by the county imposing the registration fee and filed with the Department of Transportation. Notwithstanding ORS 203.055 (Elector approval of taxation related ordinance) or any provision of a county charter, the governing body of a county with a population of 350,000 or more may enact an ordinance establishing registration fees. The governing body of a county with a population of less than 350,000 may enact an ordinance establishing registration fees after submitting the ordinance to the electors of the county for their approval. The governing body of the county imposing the registration fee shall enter into an intergovernmental agreement under ORS 190.010 (Authority of local governments to make intergovernmental agreement) with the department by which the department shall collect the registration fees, pay them over to the county and, if necessary, allow the credit or credits described in ORS 803.445 (Authority of counties and districts to impose registration fees) (5). The intergovernmental agreement must state the date on which the department shall begin collecting registration fees for the county.

(2) The authority granted by this section allows the establishment of registration fees in addition to those described in ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) and 803.422 (Registration fees based on miles per gallon) . There is no authority under this section to affect registration periods, qualifications, cards, plates, requirements or any other provision relating to vehicle registration under the vehicle code.

(3) Except as otherwise provided for in this subsection, when registration fees are imposed under this section, they must be imposed on all vehicle classes. Registration fees as provided under this section may not be imposed on the following:

(a) Snowmobiles and Class I all-terrain vehicles.

(b) Fixed load vehicles.

(c) Vehicles registered under ORS 805.100 (Disabled veterans) to disabled veterans.

(d) Vehicles registered as antique vehicles under ORS 805.010 (Antique vehicles) .

(e) Vehicles registered as vehicles of special interest under ORS 805.020 (Special interest vehicles) .

(f) Government-owned or operated vehicles registered under ORS 805.040 (Registration of government-owned vehicles) or 805.045 (Registration for certain state-owned vehicles) .

(g) School buses or school activity vehicles registered under ORS 805.050 (School buses and school activity vehicles) .

(h) Law enforcement undercover vehicles registered under ORS 805.060 (Law enforcement undercover vehicles) .

(i) Vehicles registered on a proportional basis for interstate operation.

(j) Vehicles with a registration weight of 26,001 pounds or more described in ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) (14)(a) or (b).

(k) Vehicles registered as farm vehicles under the provisions of ORS 805.300 (Farm vehicle registration) .

(L) Travel trailers, campers and motor homes.

(m) Vehicles registered to an employment address as provided in ORS 802.250 (Records containing residence address of eligible public employee or household member) when the eligible public employee or household member’s residence address is not within the county of the employment address. The department may adopt rules it considers necessary for the administration of this paragraph.

(n) Vehicles registered under ORS 805.110 (Former prisoners of war) to former prisoners of war.

(4) Any registration fee imposed by a county must be a fixed amount not to exceed, with respect to any vehicle class, the sum of the registration fee established under ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) (6)(a) and the fee applicable to the registered vehicle under ORS 803.422 (Registration fees based on miles per gallon) . For vehicles on which a flat fee is imposed under ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) , the fee must be a whole dollar amount.

(5) Moneys from registration fees established under this section must be paid to the county establishing the registration fees as provided in ORS 802.110 (Procedures for financial administration) .

(6) Except as provided in ORS 801.044 (County registration fees) , or unless a different distribution is agreed upon by the county and the cities within the jurisdiction of the county, the county ordinance shall provide for payment of at least 40 percent of the moneys from registration fees established under this section to cities within the county.

(7) The moneys for the cities and the county shall be used for any purpose for which moneys from registration fees may be used, including the payment of debt service and costs related to bonds or other obligations issued for such purposes.

(8) Two or more counties may act jointly to impose a registration fee under this section. The ordinance of each county acting jointly with another under this subsection must provide for the distribution of moneys collected through a joint registration fee. [1989 c.864 §4; 1993 c.751 §3; 2003 c.655 §85; 2009 c.865 §§40,40a; 2011 c.145 §§2,3; 2015 c.404 §1; 2017 c.62 §2; 2017 c.750 §39b; 2018 c.24 §1; 2018 c.93 §24; 2019 c.392 §1]

Note: 801.041 (Terms and conditions for imposition of registration fee by county) , 801.042 (Terms and conditions for imposition of registration fee by district) and 801.043 (Moneys required by department for initial implementation of registration fees) were enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but were not added to or made a part of the Oregon Vehicle Code or any chapter or series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 801.041 — Terms and conditions for imposition of registration fee by county; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 809.735 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 809 / Section 809.735
809.735 Preemption of local forfeiture ordinances
Status: in_force

(1) The seizure and forfeiture provisions of ORS 809.730 (Seizure of motor vehicle for civil forfeiture) do not preempt a city or county ordinance enacted and in effect on June 22, 1999, relating to forfeiture of a motor vehicle operated by a person described in ORS 809.730 (Seizure of motor vehicle for civil forfeiture) .

(2) The seizure and forfeiture provisions of ORS 809.730 (Seizure of motor vehicle for civil forfeiture) do not preempt a city with a population exceeding 400,000 or a county with a population exceeding 500,000 from enacting, on or before January 1, 2000, an ordinance relating to seizure and forfeiture of a motor vehicle operated by a person described in ORS 809.730 (Seizure of motor vehicle for civil forfeiture) .

(3) Notwithstanding subsections (1) and (2) of this section, seizure and forfeiture procedures in a city or county ordinance relating to seizure and forfeiture of a motor vehicle operated by a person described in ORS 809.730 (Seizure of motor vehicle for civil forfeiture) shall be in accordance with ORS chapter 131A. [1999 c.1100 §3; 2009 c.78 §62]

Note: 809.735 (Preemption of local forfeiture ordinances) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of the Oregon Vehicle Code or any chapter or series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 809.735 — Preemption of local forfeiture ordinances , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors809.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.635 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.635
811.635 Privileges granted by disabled person parking permit other than program placard
Status: reserved

All of the following apply to the parking privileges granted to persons with disabilities under a disabled person parking permit other than a program placard described in ORS 811.607 (Program placards) :

(1) The privileges granted under a permit may be exercised notwithstanding ORS 811.575 (Violation of posted parking restrictions on state highways) , any authority granted under ORS 810.160 (Controlling parking on highways) or parking restrictions imposed by any city or county and without violation thereof.

(2) Subject to the limitations under subsection (4) of this section, a “Wheelchair User” placard or decal and an “Oregon Wounded Warrior” placard or decal allows its holder, or another person while transporting its holder to or from the parking location, to exercise the following privileges:

(a) Park a motor vehicle in any public parking zone restricted as to the length of time permitted therein without incurring penalties imposed for overtime parking in such zones.

(b) Park a motor vehicle in any public parking zone with metered parking without being required to pay any parking meter fee.

(3) A city or county may allow any person who holds a disabled person parking permit to exercise the rights described in subsection (2) of this section.

(4) The privileges granted under subsection (2) of this section do not include any of the following:

(a) Parking in zones where stopping, parking or standing of all motor vehicles is prohibited.

(b) Parking in the late evening or overnight where such parking is prohibited.

(c) Parking in zones reserved for special types of motor vehicles or activities.

(d) Parking in zones where parking is permitted only for 30 minutes or less.

(e) Parking in a parking space marked or signed for “Wheelchair User Only,” unless displaying a “Wheelchair User” placard or decal issued under ORS 811.613 (Wheelchair User placard) .

(5) In addition to other privileges granted under a permit, the person issued a permit, or another person while transporting the person issued the permit to or from the parking location, may use the permit to park:

(a) In a parking space that is marked or signed to provide parking for persons with disabilities without violation of ORS 811.615 (Unlawful parking in space reserved for persons with disabilities) ; or

(b) In a parking space that is marked or signed by a road authority as reserved for residents. [1983 c.338 §683; 1985 c.139 §4; 1987 c.187 §5; 1989 c.243 §11; 2007 c.70 §341; 2007 c.468 §7; 2018 c.69 §4; 2019 c.332 §1]

Source: Section 811.635 — Privileges granted by disabled person parking permit other than program placard , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.520 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.520
801.520 “Tandem axles.”
Status: in_force

“Tandem axles” means any two or more consecutive axles that have centers more than 40 inches but not more than 96 inches apart and:

(1) Are individually attached to or articulated from, or both, a common attachment to the vehicle; or

(2) Have a connecting mechanism designed to equalize the load between axles. [1983 c.338 §94; 1985 c.172 §3]

Source: Section 801.520 — “Tandem axles.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.600 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.600
825.600 Purpose of ORS 825.601 to 825.615
Status: in_force

The purpose of ORS 825.601 (Definitions) to 825.615 (Preemption of local regulation of idling) is to reduce greenhouse gas and other emissions from the use of commercial vehicles, as defined in ORS 825.601 (Definitions) . [2011 c.349 §2]

Note: 825.600 (Purpose of ORS 825.601 to 825.615) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 825 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 825.600 — Purpose of ORS 825.601 to 825.615 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 802.530 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 802 / Section 802.530
802.530 Authority of department for reciprocal agreements concerning traffic offenses
Status: in_force

The Department of Transportation is authorized to enter into bilateral or multilateral reciprocal agreements with other jurisdictions to provide mutual assistance in the disposition of traffic offenses committed by residents of one jurisdiction while in another jurisdiction. Agreements authorized by this section are subject to the following:

(1) An agreement may provide for the sharing of information between and among jurisdictions concerning driving records, vehicle registration records and records concerning the granting, denial, revocation or suspension of driving privileges.

(2) An agreement may provide that a jurisdiction will suspend the driving privileges of a resident of the jurisdiction if the resident does not comply with the requirements and responsibilities created by citation for or conviction of a traffic offense in another jurisdiction.

(3) An agreement may provide that a jurisdiction will refuse to issue or renew a driver license or permit or to issue a duplicate or replacement license or permit for a resident of the jurisdiction if the resident does not comply with the requirements and responsibilities created by citation for or conviction of a traffic offense in another jurisdiction.

(4) An agreement may be limited to certain traffic offenses.

(5) An agreement may provide for the establishment of fees for and collection of fees from persons cited for traffic offenses or convicted of traffic offenses who are subject to the terms of the agreement. Any agency of this state that participates in a program established by an agreement authorized by this section is granted authority to establish fees for and collect fees from persons subject to an agreement. Fees established for purposes of this subsection must be established by rule. No fee established for purposes of this subsection may exceed an amount necessary to recover the actual cost incurred by participation in the program established by the agreement.

(6) An agreement may provide that residents of one jurisdiction who are issued citations for traffic offenses in another jurisdiction will be released on recognizance without requirement of security deposit or bail. Nothing in this subsection authorizes an agreement that prohibits a court from releasing on security release, as defined in ORS 135.230 (Definitions for ORS 135.230 to 135.290) , a person charged with a traffic crime.

(7) An agreement may provide that one jurisdiction will act as agent for another jurisdiction in the disposition of traffic offenses committed in the other jurisdiction. No provision described under this subsection may be established that requires the participation of courts of this state unless the Oregon Supreme Court establishes rules under ORS 1.002 (Supreme Court) to provide procedures for court participation.

(8) No agreement may be established under this section to provide for assistance in dealing with:

(a) Offenses other than traffic offenses.

(b) Parking offenses.

(c) Bicycle offenses.

(d) Pedestrian offenses.

(9) Any agreement established under this section must provide that this state may withdraw from the agreement upon notice of not more than 90 days.

(10) An agreement may include any other provision that the department determines will assist in the disposition of traffic offenses committed by residents of one jurisdiction while in another jurisdiction or will increase the convenience for residents of this state in complying with requirements and responsibilities created by citation for or conviction of a traffic offense in another jurisdiction.

(11) The department may adopt rules necessary to implement any agreement established under this section.

(12) The department must submit a report on any agreement proposed under this section to the presiding officers of each house of the Oregon Legislative Assembly at least 30 days before the agreement may take effect. An agreement described under this section cannot take effect in this state unless the department complies with this subsection. [1985 c.396 §2; 1993 c.102 §1; 1999 c.1051 §85]

Source: Section 802.530 — Authority of department for reciprocal agreements concerning traffic offenses; permitted provisions; fees; limitations; rules; report , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors802.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.026 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.026
801.026 General exemptions
Status: in_force

(1) Persons, motor vehicles and equipment employed or used by a public or telecommunications utility, electric cooperative or by the United States, this state or any political subdivision of this state are exempt from the provisions of the vehicle code specified in subsection (3) of this section while on a highway and working or being used to service, construct, maintain or repair the facilities of a utility.

(2) Persons, motor vehicles and equipment employed or being used in the construction or reconstruction of a street or highway are exempt from the provisions of the vehicle code specified in subsection (3) of this section if:

(a) They are within the immediate construction project as described in the governmental agency contract, if there is a contract; and

(b) The work is being done in an area that is signed in accordance with the manual adopted under ORS 810.200 (Uniform standards for traffic control devices) .

(3) Persons, motor vehicles and equipment described in subsections (1) and (2) of this section are exempt from provisions of the vehicle code relating to rules of the road as described in ORS chapter 811, except that this subsection does not apply to:

(a) Reckless driving, as defined in ORS 811.140 (Reckless driving) .

(b) Driving while under the influence of intoxicants, as defined in ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) .

(c) Failure to perform the duties of a driver involved in a collision, as described in ORS 811.700 (Failure to perform duties of driver when property is damaged) or 811.705 (Failure to perform duties of driver to injured persons) .

(d) Criminal driving while suspended or revoked, as defined in ORS 811.182 (Criminal driving while suspended or revoked) .

(e) Fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer, as defined in ORS 811.540 (Fleeing or attempting to elude police officer) .

(f) The provisions of ORS 811.145 (Failure to yield to emergency vehicle or ambulance) , 811.155 (Failure to stop for bus safety lights) , 811.170 (Violation of open container law) and 811.175 (Violation driving while suspended or revoked) .

(4) Motor vehicles and equipment being used in the area and in the manner described in subsection (2) of this section are also exempt from the provisions of the vehicle code relating to vehicle size and weight to the extent set out in the governmental agency contract.

(5) Devices moved exclusively on stationary rail tracks are exempt from the vehicle code.

(6) Devices that are powered exclusively by human power are not subject to those provisions of the vehicle code that relate to vehicles. Notwithstanding this subsection, bicycles are generally subject to the vehicle code as provided under ORS 814.400 (Application of vehicle laws to bicycles) .

(7) The exemptions in subsection (3) of this section do not apply to the persons and vehicles when traveling to or from the facilities or construction project. [1989 c.400 §2 (enacted in lieu of 801.025); 1999 c.1051 §82; 2018 c.22 §5]

Source: Section 801.026 — General exemptions; exceptions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.420 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.420
814.420 Failure to use bicycle lane or path
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided in subsections (2) and (3) of this section, a person commits the offense of failure to use a bicycle lane or path if the person operates a bicycle on any portion of a roadway that is not a bicycle lane or bicycle path when a bicycle lane or bicycle path is adjacent to or near the roadway.

(2) A person is not required to comply with this section unless the state or local authority with jurisdiction over the roadway finds, after public hearing, that the bicycle lane or bicycle path is suitable for safe bicycle use at reasonable rates of speed.

(3) A person is not in violation of the offense under this section if the person is able to safely move out of the bicycle lane or path for the purpose of:

(a) Overtaking and passing another bicycle, a vehicle or a pedestrian that is in the bicycle lane or path and passage cannot safely be made in the lane or path.

(b) Preparing to execute a left turn at an intersection or into a private road or driveway.

(c) Avoiding debris or other hazardous conditions.

(d) Preparing to execute a right turn where a right turn is authorized.

(e) Continuing straight at an intersection where the bicycle lane or path is to the right of a lane from which a motor vehicle must turn right.

(4) The offense described in this section, failure to use a bicycle lane or path, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §700; 1985 c.16 §338; 2005 c.316 §3]

Source: Section 814.420 — Failure to use bicycle lane or path; exceptions; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.400 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.400
825.400 Rules for establishment of motor carrier education program
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation shall establish a program for the education of motor carriers that covers, at a minimum, safety, weight mile tax and registration and size and weight regulations administered by the department.

(2) The department may appoint agents to carry out the program established under this section.

(3) The department shall prescribe fees sufficient to defray the costs of the program. Agents appointed by the department may assess the fees.

(4) The department shall adopt rules to carry out the provisions of this section. [Formerly 767.751; 1997 c.249 §267; 2021 c.630 §19]

Source: Section 825.400 — Rules for establishment of motor carrier education program; contents of program; fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.404 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.404
801.404 “Racing activity vehicle.”
Status: in_force

“Racing activity vehicle” means a motor vehicle that:

(1) Is primarily used for racing on a race track and that has:

(a) A bodiless tubular steel chassis that forms the main structural component of the vehicle;

(b) High side rails;

(c) Integral front and rear rollover tubes;

(d) A suspension with both front and rear double unequal length wishbones and inboard, pushrod operated dampers; and

(e) A product identification number instead of a vehicle identification number; and

(2) Is not a replica or an assembled vehicle. [2007 c.693 §2]

Source: Section 801.404 — “Racing activity vehicle.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 816.080 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 816 / Section 816.080
816.080 Taillights
Status: in_force

(1) Taillights shall be mounted on the rear of a vehicle.

(2) Except as otherwise provided in this section, when lighted, taillights shall emit a red light.

(3) When lighted, taillights shall emit a light plainly visible from a distance of 500 feet to the rear.

(4) Taillights may be constructed so as to include registration plate lights.

(5) Taillights shall be wired so as to be lighted whenever the headlights or auxiliary lights are lighted.

(6) Taillights that are required under ORS 816.320 (Lighting equipment required for motor vehicles) and 816.330 (Operation without required lighting equipment) must be mounted, adjusted and aimed in accordance with the standards adopted by the Department of Transportation.

(7) Taillights that are required under ORS 816.320 (Lighting equipment required for motor vehicles) and 816.330 (Operation without required lighting equipment) and any part for such light that tends to change the original design or performance must be of a type that complies with standards adopted by the department under ORS 816.010 (Authority to adopt and enforce standards for lighting equipment) .

(8) On a motor vehicle that was manufactured before 1959, the taillight or the taillight assembly, if the taillight is combined with another light, may contain a blue or purple insert of not more than one inch in diameter. [1983 c.338 §458 (5); 1985 c.16 §240 (5); 1985 c.69 §1 (5); 1985 c.71 §4 (5); 1985 c.393 §13 (5); 1985 c.420 §6 (5); 1997 c.492 §1; 2003 c.158 §23]

Source: Section 816.080 — Taillights , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors816.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.415 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.415
815.415 Unlawful repair of odometer
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of unlawful repair of an odometer if the person services, repairs or replaces the odometer on any vehicle and the person does not comply with all of the following:

(a) Whenever possible, the person shall perform the work on the odometer without changing the mileage reading from that shown on the odometer before the work is performed.

(b) If it is not possible to perform the work without changing the mileage reading, the person must do all of the following:

(A) Adjust the odometer reading to zero.

(B) Place a notice on the left door frame of the vehicle specifying the mileage reading prior to the work and the date the work was performed. A notice required under this subparagraph must be in writing and must be in a form established by the Department of Transportation by rule.

(C) Make an odometer disclosure in a form required by the department by rule and submit the disclosure to the department within 10 days of completing the work.

(2) The owner or any subsequent purchaser of a vehicle may bring an action in an appropriate court of this state against any person who violates this section and may recover from the person an amount of $500 or twice the actual damages caused by the violation, whichever is greater. Only a single recovery is permitted under this subsection for any single violation of this section. The court may award reasonable attorney fees to the prevailing party in an action under this section.

(3) A person is not subject to the requirements for work performed on vehicles that are exempt from odometer disclosure requirements under ORS 803.102 (Odometer disclosure statement upon transfer of interest) .

(4) The offense described in this section, unlawful repair of an odometer, is a Class C misdemeanor. [1985 c.251 §4; 1991 c.873 §19; 1995 c.618 §138]

Source: Section 815.415 — Unlawful repair of odometer; rules; civil action; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 821.190 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 821 / Section 821.190
821.190 Unlawful operation of snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle on highway or railroad
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of unlawful operation of an off-road vehicle on a highway or railroad if the person operates a vehicle described in subsection (2) of this section in any of the following described areas:

(a) On or across the paved portion, the shoulder, inside bank or slope of any highway, on or across the median of any divided highway or on or across any portion of a highway right of way under construction.

(b) On or across a railroad right of way.

(2) This section applies to:

(a) Snowmobiles.

(b) Class I all-terrain vehicles.

(c) Class II all-terrain vehicles that are not properly equipped for operation on a highway.

(d) Class III all-terrain vehicles.

(e) Class IV all-terrain vehicles.

(3) Exemptions from this section are established under ORS 821.055 (Operation of all-terrain vehicles on certain highways) and 821.200 (Exemptions from general prohibition on operating on highway or railroad) .

(4) In addition to penalties provided by this section, the operator or owner of a snowmobile or Class I, Class II, Class III or Class IV all-terrain vehicle may be liable as provided under ORS 821.310 (Treble damages for damage to property) .

(5) The offense described in this section, unlawful operation of an off-road vehicle on a highway or railroad, is a Class B traffic violation. [1985 c.72 §2; 1985 c.459 §28 (enacted in lieu of 1983 c.338 §§724,725,726); 1989 c.991 §12; 1995 c.383 §111; 1999 c.372 §1; 2011 c.360 §24; 2017 c.453 §1]

Source: Section 821.190 — Unlawful operation of snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle on highway or railroad; civil liability; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors821.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 806.010 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 806 / Section 806.010
806.010 Driving uninsured prohibited
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of driving uninsured if the person operates a motor vehicle in this state on any highway or premises open to the public in this state without either:

(a) The person being insured while driving the vehicle under a motor vehicle liability insurance policy that meets the requirements described under ORS 806.080 (Insurance) ; or

(b) The person or the owner of the vehicle providing the Department of Transportation with other satisfactory proof of compliance with the financial responsibility requirements of this state.

(2) Exemptions from this section are established under ORS 806.020 (Exemptions from financial responsibility requirements) .

(3) In addition to other penalties under this section the following apply:

(a) A person who is involved in a motor vehicle accident at any time the person is in violation of this section is subject to suspension of the person’s driving privileges under ORS 809.417 (Suspension for conduct regarding accidents) .

(b) A person who is convicted of violating this section is subject to ORS 806.230 (Failure of previous violator to file) , if the person does not make future responsibility filings as required by that section.

(4) A person convicted for violation of this section must file with the department, and thereafter maintain for a period of three years, proof of financial responsibility that complies with ORS 806.060 (Methods of compliance) . Failure to comply with this subsection is subject to ORS 809.415 (Suspensions for conduct involving judgments, financial responsibility, dishonesty) .

(5) The offense described in this section, driving uninsured, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §837; 1985 c.16 §422; 1985 c.714 §1; 1991 c.350 §1; 1991 c.702 §4; 2003 c.402 §12]

Source: Section 806.010 — Driving uninsured prohibited; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors806.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 821.240 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 821 / Section 821.240
821.240 Operating snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle while carrying firearm or bow
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of operating a snowmobile or an all-terrain vehicle while carrying a firearm or bow if the person operates any snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle with a firearm in the possession of the person, unless the firearm is unloaded, or with a bow, unless all arrows are in a quiver.

(2) Subsection (1) of this section does not apply to:

(a) A person who is licensed under ORS 166.291 (Issuance of concealed handgun license) and 166.292 (Procedure for issuing) to carry a concealed handgun;

(b) A law enforcement officer; or

(c) An honorably retired law enforcement officer, unless the person who is a retired law enforcement officer has been convicted of an offense that would make the person ineligible to obtain a concealed handgun license under ORS 166.291 (Issuance of concealed handgun license) and 166.292 (Procedure for issuing) .

(3) As used in this section, “unloaded” means:

(a) If the firearm is a revolver, that there is no live cartridge in the chamber that is aligned with the hammer of the revolver;

(b) If the firearm is a muzzle-loading firearm, that the firearm is not capped or primed; or

(c) If the firearm is other than a revolver or a muzzle-loading firearm, that there is no live cartridge in the chamber.

(4) The offense described in this section, operating a snowmobile or an all-terrain vehicle while carrying a firearm or bow, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §729; 1985 c.393 §45; 1985 c.459 §31a; 1987 c.587 §14; 1989 c.991 §15a; 1991 c.589 §1; 2011 c.662 §6; 2015 c.709 §6]

Source: Section 821.240 — Operating snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle while carrying firearm or bow; exemptions; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors821.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.400 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.400
814.400 Application of vehicle laws to bicycles
Status: in_force

(1) Every person riding a bicycle upon a public way is subject to the provisions applicable to and has the same rights and duties as the driver of any other vehicle concerning operating on highways, vehicle equipment and abandoned vehicles, except:

(a) Those provisions which by their very nature can have no application.

(b) When otherwise specifically provided under the vehicle code.

(2) Subject to the provisions of subsection (1) of this section:

(a) A bicycle is a vehicle for purposes of the vehicle code; and

(b) When the term “vehicle” is used the term shall be deemed to be applicable to bicycles.

(3) The provisions of the vehicle code relating to the operation of bicycles do not relieve a bicyclist or motorist from the duty to exercise due care. [1983 c.338 §697; 1985 c.16 §335]

Source: Section 814.400 — Application of vehicle laws to bicycles , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 810.300 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 810 / Section 810.300
810.300 Security for appearance on traffic crime
Status: in_force

(1) A court, including a magistrate or clerk or deputy clerk authorized by the magistrate, shall release a person brought before it if the person gives an adequate undertaking to appear in answer to the offense at the time and place fixed by the court. A court, as it deems appropriate, is authorized to accept and may require any of the following as security for the appearance of an arrested person before the court on a traffic crime:

(a) An automobile membership card as described under ORS 810.330 (Use of automobile membership card as security deposit) and subject to limitations under that section.

(b) A guaranteed arrest bond certificate as described under ORS 810.320 (Use of guaranteed arrest bond certificate as security deposit) and subject to limitations under that section.

(c) A license as described under ORS 810.310 (Use of license as security deposit) and subject to limitations under that section.

(d) Such sum as may be required by the court.

(2) A magistrate or clerk or deputy clerk authorized by the magistrate has authority to accept security for the appearance of a person arrested for a traffic crime and brought before the magistrate or clerk or deputy clerk, as provided in this section. The following apply to security that is accepted by a court under this section or that is forwarded to a court by a police office under ORS 810.448 (Security for appearance of person arrested for traffic crime) or 810.450 (Security for appearance of person issued citation) :

(a) The security shall be returned to the person when the person delivers any security amount required by the court. The court may require that any moneys deposited as security be applied against the security amount set by the court.

(b) If the magistrate does not have jurisdiction of the crime, the magistrate shall promptly forward the security accepted and all documents in connection with the case to the most conveniently located court having jurisdiction of the crime and in which the venue may properly be laid. [1983 c.338 §376; 1999 c.1051 §285]

Source: Section 810.300 — Security for appearance on traffic crime , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors810.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.160 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.160
825.160 Liability insurance of carriers
Status: in_force

(1) A person may not operate as a motor carrier on public highways of this state until the person has in effect a policy of public liability and property damage insurance.

(2) Insurance required under this section shall be provided at minimum limits the Department of Transportation by rule may prescribe, and upon such terms, conditions and provisions as the department may determine to be necessary for the reasonable indemnification of the patrons of the applicant and of the public against damage and injury for which the applicant may be liable by reason of the operation of any motor vehicle. However, the insurance policy required of a carrier or persons engaged solely in interstate commerce need not provide for the protection of their patrons.

(3) In fixing the amount of the insurance policy the Department of Transportation shall give due consideration to the character and amount of traffic, the number of persons involved and the degree of danger which the proposed operation involves. [Formerly 767.195; 2007 c.465 §9]

Source: Section 825.160 — Liability insurance of carriers , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.139 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.139
825.139 Suspension or cancellation of authority for tax delinquency or failure to file bond
Status: in_force

(1) A certificate or permit is subject to suspension or cancellation, if the holder thereof:

(a) Is delinquent in reporting or paying any fees, taxes or penalties due the Department of Transportation, whether imposed under this chapter or under ORS chapter 826; or

(b) Has refused or failed, within the time provided, to file a deposit or bond requested under ORS 825.506 (Deposit or bond to secure payment of fees, taxes, charges and penalties) .

(2) A written 10-day notice of suspension shall be given to the certificate or permit holder and unless a hearing is requested within such time, the certificate or permit shall be deemed suspended without further notice or hearing until the report, payment, bond or deposit is filed with the department.

(3) Upon a written 10-day notice by the department, a certificate or permit may be suspended or canceled for any of the reasons set forth in subsection (1) of this section. If the certificate or permit is suspended, the filing of the report, payment, bond or deposit will not reinstate the authority until the suspension period has expired, except on order of the department. [Formerly 767.786; 1997 c.275 §38; 2001 c.567 §9]

Source: Section 825.139 — Suspension or cancellation of authority for tax delinquency or failure to file bond; notice; hearings , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.168 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.168
811.168 Unlawful fender height modifications
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of unlawful fender height modifications if the person operates a motor vehicle on a highway and the motor vehicle has been modified by any means so as to cause the height of the front fender to be four or more inches greater than the height of the rear fender, as measured vertically from the ground through the centerline of the wheel to the bottom of the fender.

(2) The offense described in this section does not apply when a motor vehicle is carrying a load that causes the height of the front fender to be four or more inches greater than the height of the rear fender.

(3) The offense described in this section, unlawful fender height modifications, is a Class C traffic violation unless commission of the offense contributes to an accident. If commission of the offense contributes to an accident, the offense is a Class A traffic violation. [2023 c.213 §2]

Note: 811.168 (Unlawful fender height modifications) was added to and made a part of the Oregon Vehicle Code by legislative action but was not added to ORS chapter 811 or any series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 811.168 — Unlawful fender height modifications; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 816.210 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 816 / Section 816.210
816.210 Identification lights
Status: in_force

Each of the following is a requirement for identification lights:

(1) An identification light is a group of three lights mounted at the same height with the centers of the lights in the group of lights spaced not less than 6 inches nor more than 12 inches apart.

(2) The following types of identification lights shall be placed as indicated:

(a) Front identification lights shall be placed on the front of the vehicle.

(b) Rear identification lights shall be placed on the rear of the vehicle.

(3) Identification lights shall be mounted as close as practicable to the top of the vehicle.

(4) Identification lights shall be mounted as close as practicable to the vertical centerline of the vehicle on that part of the vehicle where the identification lights are mounted.

(5) Front identification lights shall be an amber color. Rear identification lights shall be a red color.

(6) Identification lights that are required ORS 816.320 (Lighting equipment required for motor vehicles) and 816.330 (Operation without required lighting equipment) shall be mounted, so far as practicable, in such manner as to reduce the hazard of being obscured by mud or dust thrown by the wheels.

(7) Identification lights shall be capable of being seen and distinguished at a distance of 500 feet directly from that part of the vehicle on which the lights are placed. [1983 c.338 §458 (18); 1985 c.16 §240 (18); 1985 c.69 §1 (18); 1985 c.71 §4 (18); 1985 c.393 §13 (18); 1985 c.420 §6 (18)]

Source: Section 816.210 — Identification lights , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors816.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.277 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.277
811.277 Failure to yield right of way at uncontrolled T intersection
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure to yield the right of way at an uncontrolled T intersection if the person is operating a motor vehicle on a highway that ends at an uncontrolled T intersection and the person does not yield the right of way to any driver who is on the highway at the top of the T intersection.

(2) As used in this section and ORS 811.275 (Failure to yield right of way at uncontrolled intersection) :

(a) “T intersection” means an intersection at which one highway is perpendicular to another and at which one of the highways ends.

(b) “Top of the T intersection” means the highway that does not end at the junction of two highways.

(3) The offense described in this section, failure to yield the right of way at an uncontrolled T intersection, is a Class B traffic violation. [2003 c.183 §2]

Source: Section 811.277 — Failure to yield right of way at uncontrolled T intersection; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.028 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.028
825.028 Transportation services for charitable organizations
Status: in_force

(1) For-hire carriers may provide transportation of household goods for charitable organizations or civic nonprofit organizations and festivals at no charge or at reduced rates or in exchange for promotional services by the charitable organization or civic nonprofit organization or festival.

(2) As used in this section:

(a) “Charitable organization” has the meaning given that term in ORS 825.017 (Nonapplicability of chapter to certain persons and vehicles) (13).

(b) “Civic nonprofit organization” or “festival” means an organization or festival classified under the Internal Revenue Code as having a 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) tax exempt status. [Formerly 767.038; 2003 c.589 §8; 2015 c.283 §14]

Source: Section 825.028 — Transportation services for charitable organizations , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.022 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.022
813.022 Proof of treatment
Status: in_force

(1) A person who has been convicted of driving while under the influence of intoxicants under ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) shall provide proof to the Department of Transportation that the person completed a treatment program to which the person was referred under ORS 813.021 (Requirements for screening interview and treatment program) .

(2) The department may not reinstate a person’s driving privileges unless:

(a) The person has provided proof of completing a treatment program as required under subsection (1) of this section;

(b) The person has an order from the circuit court of the county in which the person was convicted that the person has taken sufficient steps to satisfy the requirement under ORS 813.021 (Requirements for screening interview and treatment program) to complete a treatment program; or

(c) Fifteen years have elapsed since the date of the person’s conviction for driving while under the influence of intoxicants.

(3) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) If the person is unable to provide proof of completing a treatment program as required under subsection (1) of this section, the person may file a motion with the circuit court of the county in which the person was convicted to show proof that the person has taken sufficient steps to satisfy the requirement under ORS 813.021 (Requirements for screening interview and treatment program) to complete a treatment program. The person shall provide a copy of the motion and any supporting documentation to the district attorney of the county. The district attorney may file, within 45 days from the date the person files the motion with the court, an objection to the motion.

(b) If the district attorney does not file an objection to the motion, the court shall, without hearing, enter an order that the person has taken sufficient steps to satisfy the requirement under ORS 813.021 (Requirements for screening interview and treatment program) to complete a treatment program or, on its own motion, conduct a hearing as described in subsection (4) of this section.

(c) Upon timely receipt of an objection from the district attorney, the court shall conduct a hearing.

(4) At a hearing under subsection (3) of this section, the court shall determine whether, considering the totality of the circumstances, the person has taken sufficient steps such that in the court’s view the person has satisfied the requirement under ORS 813.021 (Requirements for screening interview and treatment program) to complete a treatment program.

(5) If the court determines that the person has taken sufficient steps to satisfy the requirement under ORS 813.021 (Requirements for screening interview and treatment program) to complete a treatment program, the court shall enter an order that the person has taken sufficient steps to satisfy the requirement under ORS 813.021 (Requirements for screening interview and treatment program) to complete a treatment program.

(6) When the court enters an order under this section, the court shall provide a copy of the order to the district attorney.

(7) A court may not enter an order that the person has taken sufficient steps to satisfy the requirement under ORS 813.021 (Requirements for screening interview and treatment program) to complete a treatment program if the person has not started a treatment program. [2012 c.9 §2; 2013 c.233 §1]

Note: 813.022 (Proof of treatment) was added to and made a part of the Oregon Vehicle Code by legislative action but was not added to ORS chapter 813 or any series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 813.022 — Proof of treatment , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 810.438 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 810 / Section 810.438
810.438 Photo radar
Status: in_force

(1) A city at its own cost may operate photo radar.

(2) A photo radar system operated under this section:

(a) May be used on streets in residential areas or school zones.

(b) May be used in other areas if the governing body of the city makes a finding that speeding has had a negative impact on traffic safety in those areas.

(c) May not be used on controlled access highways.

(d) May not be used unless a sign is posted announcing “Traffic Laws Photo Enforced.” The sign posted under this paragraph must:

(A) Be on the street on which the photo radar unit is being used;

(B) Be between 100 and 400 yards before the location of the photo radar unit;

(C) Be at least two feet above ground level; and

(D) If posted in a school zone not otherwise marked by a flashing light used as a traffic control device, indicate that school is in session.

(3) A city that operates a photo radar system under this section shall, once each biennium, conduct a process and outcome evaluation for the purposes of subsection (4) of this section that includes:

(a) The effect of the use of the photo radar system on traffic safety;

(b) The degree of public acceptance of the use of the photo radar system; and

(c) The process of administration of the use of the photo radar system.

(4) By March 1 of each odd-numbered year, each city that operates a photo radar system under this section shall present to the Legislative Assembly the process and outcome evaluation conducted by the city under subsection (3) of this section. [1995 c.579 §1; 1997 c.280 §1; 1999 c.1071 §1; 2005 c.686 §3; 2007 c.634 §1; 2010 c.30 §9; 2011 c.545 §66; 2015 c.138 §25; 2023 c.33 §1]

Source: Section 810.438 — Photo radar , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors810.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 809.510 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 809 / Section 809.510
809.510 Conviction of crime
Status: in_force

(1) Except as otherwise provided by ORS 809.510 (Conviction of crime) to 809.545 (Administrative review) , the Department of Transportation shall suspend the commercial driving privileges of a person for a period of one year when the department receives:

(a) A record of conviction under ORS 811.700 (Failure to perform duties of driver when property is damaged) or 811.705 (Failure to perform duties of driver to injured persons) of failure to perform the duties of a driver.

(b) A record of conviction of a crime punishable as a felony involving the operation of a motor vehicle.

(c) A record of conviction for driving a commercial motor vehicle while, as a result of prior violations committed while operating a commercial motor vehicle, the commercial driving privileges of the driver were suspended.

(d) A record of conviction of assault in the first degree, or any degree of criminally negligent homicide, manslaughter or murder, if the conviction results from the operation of a commercial motor vehicle.

(e) A record of conviction of aggravated vehicular homicide or aggravated driving while suspended or revoked.

(f) A record of conviction for driving while under the influence of intoxicants under ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) .

(g) A record of diversion under ORS 813.230 (Diversion agreement) .

(2) The department shall suspend the commercial driving privileges of a person for a period of three years if the department receives a record of a conviction under subsection (1) of this section and the person was driving a commercial motor vehicle containing a hazardous material at the time of the offense.

(3) The department shall suspend the commercial driving privileges of a person for a period of one year if the department receives a report from a police officer pursuant to ORS 813.120 (Police report to department) that the person was driving a commercial motor vehicle and submitted to a breath or blood test and the level of alcohol in the person’s blood was 0.04 percent or more by weight of alcohol in the blood of the person as shown by chemical analysis of the breath or blood. The department shall suspend the commercial driving privileges of the person for a period of three years if the person was driving a commercial motor vehicle containing a hazardous material at the time of the offense.

(4) The department shall suspend the commercial driving privileges of a person for a period of one year if the department receives a report from a police officer pursuant to ORS 813.120 (Police report to department) that the person was driving a motor vehicle and submitted to a breath or blood test and the level of alcohol in the person’s blood was 0.08 percent or more by weight of alcohol in the blood of the person as shown by chemical analysis of the breath or blood.

(5) The department shall suspend the commercial driving privileges of a person for a period of three years if the department receives a report from a police officer pursuant to ORS 813.120 (Police report to department) that the person was driving a motor vehicle and refused to submit to a test under ORS 813.100 (Implied consent to breath or blood test) . The department shall suspend the commercial driving privileges of the person for a period of five years if the person was driving a commercial motor vehicle containing a hazardous material at the time of the offense.

(6) The department shall suspend the commercial driving privileges of a person if the department receives a notice of a conviction in another jurisdiction of an offense that, if committed in this state, would be grounds for the suspension of the person’s commercial driving privileges. The period of suspension under this subsection shall be the same as would be imposed on the person if the conviction were for an offense committed in this state. For the purposes of this subsection, “conviction” means an unvacated adjudication of guilt, a determination that a person has violated or failed to comply with the law in a court of original jurisdiction or in an authorized administrative tribunal, entry into a diversion program, an unvacated forfeiture of bail or collateral deposited to secure the person’s appearance in court, a plea of guilty or nolo contendere accepted by the court, the payment of a fine or court cost or the violation of a condition of release without bail, regardless of whether or not the penalty is rebated, suspended or probated.

(7) The department shall suspend the commercial driving privileges of a person in this state if the department receives a notice from another jurisdiction that the person has had commercial driving privileges suspended or revoked in another jurisdiction for reasons that would be grounds for suspension of the person’s commercial driving privileges in this state. The period of suspension under this subsection is the same as would be imposed on the person if the violation were committed in this state.

(8) If the department receives a record, report or notice under this section for a person who does not hold commercial driving privileges in this state, the department shall suspend the person’s right to apply for commercial driving privileges as provided in ORS 809.540 (Right to apply) (1).

(9) A suspension imposed under this section is consecutive to any other suspension imposed under ORS 809.525 (Serious traffic offenses) , 809.530 (Violation of out-of-service order) or 809.535 (Suspension of commercial driver license for specified rail crossing violations) if the suspensions do not arise out of the same incident. [2013 c.237 §4; 2021 c.630 §106]

Source: Section 809.510 — Conviction of crime; refusal or failure of blood alcohol test; suspension in another jurisdiction , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors809.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.210 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.210
811.210 Failure to properly use safety belts
Status: in_force

(1) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Except as provided in ORS 811.215 (Exemptions from safety belt requirements) , a person commits the offense of failure to properly use safety belts if the person:

(A) Operates a motor vehicle on the highways of this state and is not properly secured with a safety belt or safety harness as required by subsection (2) of this section.

(B) Is the parent, legal guardian or person with legal responsibility for the safety and welfare of a child who is under 16 years of age and the child, while operating on public lands a Class I, Class II or Class IV all-terrain vehicle that is not registered under ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) , is not properly secured with a safety belt or safety harness.

(C) Is the parent, legal guardian or person with legal responsibility for the safety and welfare of a child who is under 16 years of age and the child, while operating on public lands a Class II all-terrain vehicle registered under ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) , is not properly secured with a safety belt or safety harness as required by subsection (2) of this section.

(D) Operates a motor vehicle on the highways of this state with a passenger who is under 16 years of age and the passenger is not properly secured with a child safety system, safety belt or safety harness as required by subsection (2) of this section.

(E) Is the parent, legal guardian or person with legal responsibility for the safety and welfare of a child who is under 16 years of age and the child, while riding on public lands in or on a Class I, Class II or Class IV all-terrain vehicle that is not registered under ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) , is not properly secured with a safety belt or safety harness.

(F) Is the parent, legal guardian or person with legal responsibility for the safety and welfare of a child who is under 16 years of age and the child, while riding on public lands in or on a Class II all-terrain vehicle registered under ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) , is not properly secured with a safety belt or safety harness as required by subsection (2) of this section.

(G) Is a passenger in a privately owned commercial vehicle, as defined in ORS 801.210 (“Commercial vehicle.”) , that is designed and used for the transportation of 15 or fewer persons, including the driver, and the person is 16 years of age or older and is responsible for another passenger who is not properly secured with a child safety system as required under subsection (2)(a), (b) or (c) of this section.

(H) Is a passenger in a motor vehicle being operated on the highways of this state who is 16 years of age or older and who is not properly secured with a safety belt or safety harness as required by subsection (2) of this section.

(b) As used in this subsection, “public lands” includes privately owned land that is open to the general public for the use of all-terrain vehicles as the result of funding from the All-Terrain Vehicle Account under ORS 390.560 (Uses of All-Terrain Vehicle Account) .

(2) To comply with this section:

(a) A person who is under two years of age must be properly secured with a child safety system in a rear-facing position.

(b) A person who weighs 40 pounds or less must be properly secured with a child safety system that meets the minimum standards and specifications established by the Department of Transportation under ORS 815.055 (Rules establishing standards for safety belts, harnesses and child safety systems) for child safety systems designed for children weighing 40 pounds or less.

(c) Except as provided in subsection (3) of this section, a person who weighs more than 40 pounds and who is four feet nine inches or shorter must be properly secured with a child safety system that elevates the person so that a safety belt or safety harness properly fits the person. As used in this paragraph, “properly fits” means the lap belt of the safety belt or safety harness is positioned low across the thighs and the shoulder belt is positioned over the collarbone and away from the neck. The child safety system shall meet the minimum standards and specifications established by the department under ORS 815.055 (Rules establishing standards for safety belts, harnesses and child safety systems) for child safety systems designed for children who are four feet nine inches or shorter.

(d) A person who is taller than four feet nine inches must be properly secured with a safety belt or safety harness that meets requirements under ORS 815.055 (Rules establishing standards for safety belts, harnesses and child safety systems) .

(e) Notwithstanding paragraphs (b) and (c) of this subsection, a person who is eight years of age or older need not be secured with a child safety system but must be properly secured with a safety belt or safety harness that meets requirements under ORS 815.055 (Rules establishing standards for safety belts, harnesses and child safety systems) .

(3) The requirements of subsection (2)(c) of this section do not apply:

(a) If the rear seat of a vehicle is not equipped with shoulder belts, provided the person is secured by a lap belt; or

(b) If the child is properly secured with a child safety system that meets the minimum standards and specifications established by the department under ORS 815.055 (Rules establishing standards for safety belts, harnesses and child safety systems) for child safety systems designed for children weighing more than 40 pounds.

(4) The offense described in this section, failure to properly use safety belts, is a Class D traffic violation. [1985 c.16 §309; 1985 c.619 §1; 1991 c.2 §1; 1993 c.153 §1; 1993 c.751 §112; 2001 c.679 §1; 2003 c.159 §1; 2005 c.244 §2; 2007 c.601 §2; 2009 c.498 §1; 2010 c.30 §10; 2011 c.300 §1; 2011 c.360 §17; 2017 c.177 §1]

Source: Section 811.210 — Failure to properly use safety belts; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.150 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.150
807.150 Renewal
Status: in_force

(1) When a license expires or is about to expire, the Department of Transportation shall renew the license under this section if the holder of the license qualifies for renewal of the license under this section and:

(a) Applies for renewal within two years of the expiration of a similar license under ORS 807.130 (Expiration) ; or

(b) Applies for issuance of a license within six months after the applicant is discharged from the Armed Forces of the United States and was licensed by this state at the time of the applicant’s entry into the Armed Forces.

(2) To qualify for renewal of a license under this section, a person must meet all of the requirements under ORS 807.040 (Requirements for issuance) for the class of license sought to be renewed, except that the department may waive the examination under ORS 807.070 (Examinations) of a person applying for renewal of a license unless the department has reason to believe that the applicant is not qualified to hold the license or unless the applicant for renewal has not previously been examined.

(3) To receive a renewal under this section, the license renewal fee and the Student Driver Training Fund eligibility fee under ORS 807.370 (License, endorsement and permit fees) must be paid.

(4) If a person who applies for a renewal under this section is not qualified to renew the class of license sought to be renewed, the department may issue the person any lower class of license for which the person qualifies in lieu of renewing the person’s license for the class of license held by the person.

(5) A license that is renewed under this section may be used on or after the date of issuance. If the department issues a license renewal to a person under this section before the expiration of the license being renewed, the older license is invalid. A license that becomes invalid under this subsection shall be destroyed by the person to whom it was issued.

(6) If the address of the applicant has changed since the last time a license was issued to or renewed for the applicant, the department shall require proof to verify the address of an applicant for renewal of a license in addition to anything else the department may require of the applicant. The department shall adopt rules to identify what constitutes proof of address for purposes of this subsection. Verification of proof of address may include, but is not limited to, providing a utility bill, a tax return, a record from a financial institution, a proof of insurance card or a health benefits card, a selective service card, a mortgage document or a lease agreement. The applicant may provide the proof of address by submitting proof in the form of an original document or a copy of a document, use an electronic device to display proof of address, or provide proof through the use of a third party address verification system. [1983 c.338 §310; 1985 c.16 §131; 1985 c.597 §10; 1985 c.608 §19; 1991 c.709 §2; 1993 c.751 §42; 2001 c.668 §9; 2015 c.716 §8; 2021 c.12 §7]

Source: Section 807.150 — Renewal; proof of address; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.560 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.560
803.560 Improper display
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of improper display of validating stickers if the person owns or drives a vehicle on which the display of registration stickers provides proof of valid registration and:

(a) The stickers are not displayed in a manner required by the Department of Transportation; or

(b) The stickers are displayed on the vehicle after the registration period shown on the stickers.

(2) A person does not commit the offense of improper display of validating stickers if, at the time the conduct described in subsection (1) of this section occurs, the person has proof of registration of the vehicle but has not yet received new registration stickers from the department. The proof of vehicle registration is valid 30 days from the date of issuance. The department shall adopt rules regarding what constitutes proof of vehicle registration under this subsection.

(3) The court shall dismiss any charge under this section if, prior to the court appearance date listed on the citation, the person charged delivers to the clerk of the court named on the citation proof of registration of the vehicle at the time of the violation.

(4) The offense described in this section, improper display of validating stickers, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §268; 1993 c.751 §27; 2015 c.154 §2]

Source: Section 803.560 — Improper display; exception; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 822.205 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 822 / Section 822.205
822.205 Certificate
Status: in_force

The Department of Transportation shall issue a towing business certificate to any person if the person meets all of the following requirements to the satisfaction of the department:

(1) The person must complete an application in a form and in the manner established by the department by rule.

(2) The person must maintain insurance in amounts and providing coverage of the type required for motor carriers under ORS chapter 825 and deliver a certificate of insurance to the department.

(3) The certificate of insurance required under subsection (2) of this section must:

(a) Be issued by an insurance company licensed to do business in this state;

(b) Show that the person is insured by a policy that provides the minimum amount and limits of coverage required under ORS chapter 825;

(c) Contain the policy number; and

(d) Require the insurance company to give the department written notice of cancellation of the policy and to continue to be liable under the policy until the department receives the written notice or until the cancellation date specified in the written notice, whichever is later.

(4) The person must maintain insurance providing $50,000 coverage for cargo transported by the person and deliver a certificate of insurance to the department. An applicant is not required to comply with this subsection if the applicant tows or recovers only vehicles that are owned by the applicant.

(5) The person must maintain vehicles used by the person for the purposes of towing or recovering services so that they meet minimum safety standards established by the department by rule. The department may accept the certification of the person as evidence of compliance with this subsection or may require other evidence, as the department determines appropriate.

(6) The certificate of insurance required under subsection (4) of this section must:

(a) Be issued by an insurance company licensed to do business in this state;

(b) Show that the person is insured by a policy that provides the minimum amount and limits of coverage required under ORS chapter 825;

(c) Contain the policy number; and

(d) Require the insurance company to give the department written notice of cancellation of the policy and to continue to be liable under the policy until the department receives the written notice or until the cancellation date specified in the written notice, whichever is later.

(7) The person must pay the fee required under ORS 822.700 (Certification fees) for issuance of a towing business certificate. [1983 c.338 §813; 1985 c.16 §412; 1985 c.400 §7; 1993 c.751 §86; 2007 c.538 §16]

Source: Section 822.205 — Certificate; qualifications; fee , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors822.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.290 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.290
814.290 Exemptions from motorcycle helmet requirements
Status: in_force

This section establishes exemptions from the requirements and penalties relating to the use of motorcycle helmets under ORS 814.260 (Failure of moped operator to wear motorcycle helmet) to 814.280 (Endangering motorcycle passenger) . A person is not in violation of ORS 814.260 (Failure of moped operator to wear motorcycle helmet) , 814.269 (Failure of motorcycle operator to wear motorcycle helmet) , 814.275 (Failure of motorcycle passenger to wear motorcycle helmet) or 814.280 (Endangering motorcycle passenger) if the person is any of the following:

(1) Within an enclosed cab.

(2) Operating or riding a vehicle designed to travel with three wheels in contact with the ground at speeds of less than 15 miles per hour. [1983 c.338 §693; 1987 c.910 §6; 1995 c.492 §7]

Source: Section 814.290 — Exemptions from motorcycle helmet requirements , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 818.450 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 818 / Section 818.450
818.450 Civil penalty for violations of chapter
Status: in_force

In addition to any penalty provided in a specific statute in this chapter, any person who violates a provision of this chapter is subject to civil penalty as provided in ORS 825.950 (Civil penalty for violation of this chapter, ORS chapter 818 or 826, or rule or order of department) . [1997 c.722 §3]

Source: Section 818.450 — Civil penalty for violations of chapter , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors818.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 802.091 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 802 / Section 802.091
802.091 Removal of debris following motor vehicle accident
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation shall pay reasonable costs for the removal of any vehicle, cargo or debris resulting from a motor vehicle accident if:

(a) The motor vehicle accident resulted in the death of a person 18 years of age or younger;

(b) The accident occurred on a state highway;

(c) The surviving family members would otherwise be responsible for the cost of the cleanup; and

(d) There is no insurance available.

(2) Subsection (1) of this section does not apply if:

(a) It is established by a preponderance of the evidence that the deceased was engaged in conduct that would constitute a crime; or

(b) The vehicle of the deceased was not insured under a motor vehicle liability insurance policy that complied with financial responsibility requirements under ORS 806.060 (Methods of compliance) . [2009 c.620 §2]

Source: Section 802.091 — Removal of debris following motor vehicle accident , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors802.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.225 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.225
811.225 Failure to maintain safety belts in working order
Status: in_force

(1) The registered owner of a motor vehicle commits the offense of failure of an owner to maintain safety belts in working order if:

(a) The vehicle is equipped with safety belts or safety harnesses that meet the standards established under ORS 815.055 (Rules establishing standards for safety belts, harnesses and child safety systems) ; and

(b) The owner fails to maintain the safety belts or safety harnesses in a condition that will enable occupants of all seating positions equipped with safety belts or safety harnesses to use the belts or harnesses.

(2) The offense described in this section, failure of an owner to maintain safety belts in working order, is a Class C traffic violation. [1991 c.2 §5; 1995 c.383 §118; 2003 c.158 §10]

Source: Section 811.225 — Failure to maintain safety belts in working order; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 824.226 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 824 / Section 824.226
824.226 Dangerous grade crossings
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation on its own motion may, or upon application by the common council or mayor of any city, or any county judge or county commissioner or county roadmaster, or by five or more residents and taxpayers in any city, county or road district to the effect that a public highway and a railroad cross one another in such city, county or road district at the same level, and that such grade crossing is unsafe and dangerous to travelers over such highway or railroad, shall, give notice to the railroad company, of the filing of such application, and furnish a copy of the same to the railroad company, and order a hearing thereon in the manner provided for contested case hearings under ORS chapter 183.

(2) If upon such hearing it appears to the satisfaction of the department that the crossing complained of is unsafe and dangerous to human life, the department may order the crossing closed or order and direct the railroad or public authority to install and maintain proper protective devices, and establish a date by which such devices are to be installed and placed into operation. The department shall apportion the installation and maintenance costs thereof in accordance with ORS 824.242 (Apportionment of costs for installation of protective devices) to 824.246 (Apportionment of costs of crossing closure) , and, notwithstanding the provisions of ORS chapter 183, shall suspend the effective date of the order until the public authority in interest has consented to the apportionment and has agreed to comply therewith. [Formerly 763.170; 1997 c.275 §21]

Source: Section 824.226 — Dangerous grade crossings; notice; hearing; order to install protective devices; apportioning of cost , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors824.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 821.200 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 821 / Section 821.200
821.200 Exemptions from general prohibition on operating on highway or railroad
Status: in_force

This section establishes exemptions from the limitations placed on the use of snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles under ORS 821.190 (Unlawful operation of snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle on highway or railroad) . The prohibitions and penalties under ORS 821.190 (Unlawful operation of snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle on highway or railroad) do not apply when a snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle that qualifies for the exemption from equipment requirements under ORS 821.010 (Exemptions from equipment requirements for off-road vehicles) is being operated as described under any of the following:

(1) A person may lawfully cross a highway or railroad right of way while operating a snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle if the person complies with all of the following:

(a) The crossing must be made at an angle of approximately 90 degrees to the direction of the highway or railroad right of way.

(b) The crossing must be made at a place where no obstruction prevents a quick and safe crossing.

(c) The vehicle must be brought to a complete stop before entering the highway or railroad right of way.

(d) The operator of the vehicle must yield the right of way to vehicles using the highway or equipment using the railroad tracks.

(e) The crossing of a railroad right of way must be made at an established public railroad crossing.

(f) The crossing of a highway must be made at a highway intersection or at a place that is more than 100 feet from any highway intersection.

(g) If the operator of a snowmobile is under 12 years of age, a person who is 18 years of age or older must accompany the operator either as a passenger or as the operator of another snowmobile that is in proximity to the younger operator.

(2) A snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle may be lawfully operated upon a highway under any of the following circumstances:

(a) Where the highway is completely covered with snow or ice and has been closed to motor vehicle traffic during winter months.

(b) For purposes of loading or unloading when such operation is performed with safety and without causing a hazard to vehicular traffic approaching from either direction on the highway.

(c) Where the highway is posted to permit snowmobiles or all-terrain vehicles.

(d) In an emergency during the period of time when and at locations where snow upon the highway renders travel by automobile impractical.

(e) When traveling along a designated snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle trail.

(3) It shall be lawful to operate a snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle upon a railroad right of way under any of the following circumstances:

(a) Where the right of way is posted to permit the operation.

(b) In an emergency.

(c) When the snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle is operated by an officer or employee or authorized contractor or agent of a railroad. [1983 c.338 §727; 1985 c.72 §3; 1985 c.459 §29; 1989 c.991 §13; 1999 c.372 §2; 1999 c.565 §5; 2007 c.887 §3; 2017 c.453 §2]

Source: Section 821.200 — Exemptions from general prohibition on operating on highway or railroad , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors821.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.024 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.024
825.024 Applicability to farm vehicles
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided in ORS 825.026 (Applicability of chapter to certain otherwise exempt vehicles when transporting hazardous wastes) and 825.030 (Application of chapter to interstate and foreign commerce) or as otherwise provided in this section, this chapter and ORS 815.237 (Forward crossview mirror) do not apply to a motor vehicle or combination owned or leased by a farmer who meets the qualifications under ORS 805.310 (Qualifications for registration) if the vehicle or combination:

(a) Is used for transportation described under ORS 805.390 (Permitted uses of farm-registered vehicles) .

(b) Is used for transporting sand, gravel, rock, dirt, debris, cinders or asphaltic concrete mix to a project of a district or corporation organized under ORS chapter 545, 547 or 554 when the project is being constructed on land owned or leased by the farmer and the materials are directly related to the construction of the project.

(c) Has three or fewer permanent axles and is used in part to provide transportation services for hire when such services relate to the farm of another and are services that the vehicle owner could perform in the operation of the owner’s farm under farm vehicle registration issued under ORS 805.300 (Farm vehicle registration) or with the farm device issued under ORS 805.400 (Proportional registration for farm vehicles) . For purposes of this paragraph, a single drop axle is not a permanent axle.

(d) Is a combination of a pickup truck and a trailer and is used in part to provide transportation services for hire when such services relate to the farm of another and are services that the vehicle owner could perform in the operation of the owner’s farm under farm vehicle registration issued under ORS 805.300 (Farm vehicle registration) or with the farm device issued under ORS 805.400 (Proportional registration for farm vehicles) .

(2) Vehicles or combinations that either are registered under ORS 805.300 (Farm vehicle registration) or have a farm device issued under ORS 805.400 (Proportional registration for farm vehicles) are subject to the provisions of ORS 825.210 (Regulation of motor vehicles) , 825.250 (Stop for inspection) and 825.252 (Safety regulations relating to drivers or operators) if the vehicles or combinations:

(a) Are operating in interstate commerce; or

(b) Have a combined weight of more than 80,000 pounds.

(3) Any farmer with a vehicle registered under ORS 805.300 (Farm vehicle registration) , or with a farm device issued under ORS 805.400 (Proportional registration for farm vehicles) , may obtain a permit under ORS 825.102 (Issuance of permits to intrastate for-hire carriers) that will authorize partial use of the vehicle to provide transportation services for hire.

(4) Any person issued a permit as described in subsection (3) of this section must comply with record keeping requirements and reporting requirements that the Department of Transportation determines necessary for the department to administer this section. The department may deny the exemptions from provisions of this chapter provided to persons issued permits as described in subsection (3) of this section if a person fails to comply with record keeping requirements. [Formerly 767.030; 1997 c.249 §262; 1997 c.673 §1; 2003 c.589 §2; 2007 c.31 §5; 2007 c.794 §4]

Source: Section 825.024 — Applicability to farm vehicles , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.518 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.518
814.518 Improper operation of motor assisted scooter on highway
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of improper operation of a motor assisted scooter on a highway if the person is operating a motor assisted scooter on a highway with a designated speed limit greater than 25 miles per hour.

(2) This section does not apply if:

(a) The person is operating a motor assisted scooter on a highway with a designated speed limit greater than 25 miles per hour and the person is operating the motor assisted scooter on a bicycle lane; or

(b) The person is operating a motor assisted scooter while crossing a highway with a designated speed limit greater than 25 miles per hour.

(3) The offense described in this section, improper operation of a motor assisted scooter on a highway, is a Class D traffic violation. [2001 c.749 §8]

Source: Section 814.518 — Improper operation of motor assisted scooter on highway; exceptions; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 819.150 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 819 / Section 819.150
819.150 Rights and liabilities of owner
Status: in_force

The owner, a person entitled to possession or any person with an interest recorded on the title of a vehicle taken into custody under ORS 819.110 (Custody, towing and sale or disposal of abandoned vehicle) or 819.120 (Immediate custody and towing of vehicle constituting hazard or obstruction) :

(1) Is liable for all costs and expenses incurred in the towing, preservation and custody of the vehicle and its contents except that:

(a) The owner, a person entitled to the vehicle or any person with an interest recorded on the title is not liable for nor shall be required to pay storage charges for a period in excess of 20 days unless the person has received a written notice under ORS 819.160 (Lien for towing) . In no case shall a person be required to pay storage charges for a storage period in excess of 60 days.

(b) A security interest holder is not liable under this subsection unless the security interest holder reclaims the vehicle.

(2) May reclaim the vehicle at any time after it is taken into custody and before the vehicle is sold or disposed of under ORS 819.210 (Sale or disposal of vehicle not reclaimed) or 819.215 (Disposal of vehicle appraised at $500 or less) upon presentation to the authority holding the vehicle of satisfactory proof of ownership or right to possession and upon payment of costs and expenses for which the person is liable under this section.

(3) If the vehicle is taken into custody under ORS 819.110 (Custody, towing and sale or disposal of abandoned vehicle) or 819.120 (Immediate custody and towing of vehicle constituting hazard or obstruction) , has a right to request and have a hearing under ORS 819.190 (Hearing to contest validity of custody and towing) or under procedures established under ORS 801.040 (Authority to adopt special provisions) , as appropriate.

(4) If the vehicle is sold or disposed of under ORS 819.210 (Sale or disposal of vehicle not reclaimed) or 819.215 (Disposal of vehicle appraised at $500 or less) , has no further right, title or claim to or interest in the vehicle or the contents of the vehicle.

(5) If the vehicle is sold or disposed of under ORS 819.210 (Sale or disposal of vehicle not reclaimed) , has a right to claim the balance of the proceeds from the sale or disposition as provided under ORS 87.206 (Disposition of proceeds of foreclosure sale) .

(6) Has no right to a hearing if the vehicle is disposed of under ORS 819.215 (Disposal of vehicle appraised at $500 or less) . [1983 c.338 §421; 1985 c.316 §2; 1993 c.233 §64; 1993 c.385 §§5,5a; 1995 c.79 §378; 1995 c.758 §11; 2005 c.738 §4; 2009 c.371 §9]

Source: Section 819.150 — Rights and liabilities of owner , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors819.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.020 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.020
813.020 Fee to be paid on conviction
Status: in_force

When a person is convicted of driving while under the influence of intoxicants in violation of ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) , a court shall comply with the following in addition to any fine or other penalty imposed upon the person under ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) :

(1) The court shall require the person to:

(a) Pay to the court the fee described under ORS 813.030 (Amount of fee) in addition to any fine imposed under ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) ;

(b) Complete a screening interview and a treatment program as provided in ORS 813.021 (Requirements for screening interview and treatment program) ; and

(c) Submit to booking, if the person has not already been booked.

(2) The court must impose and not suspend execution of a sentence requiring the person either to serve at least 48 hours’ imprisonment, which shall be served consecutively unless justice requires otherwise, or to perform community service for times specified by the court under ORS 137.129 (Length of community service sentence) . For purposes of this subsection:

(a) A court may provide for the imprisonment to be served in jail, minimum security facilities or inpatient rehabilitation or treatment centers.

(b) Whenever the judge provides for the mandatory imprisonment to be served other than consecutively, the judgment must specifically so provide and the judge must state the reasons in writing.

(3) In a county that has a victim impact program a court may require the defendant to attend a victim impact treatment session. The court may not require a defendant to attend a victim impact treatment session if the defendant committed the current offense while riding a bicycle that is not an electric assisted bicycle. If the court requires attendance under this section, the court may require the defendant to pay a reasonable fee to the victim impact program to offset the cost of the defendant’s participation. The fee shall be established for each county by the victim impact panel coordinator and steering committee of that county and shall be not less than $5 or more than $50. [1983 c.338 §588; 1985 c.16 §294 and former 487.549; 1989 c.576 §5; 1991 c.557 §3; 1993 c.13 §4; 1993 c.468 §1; 1999 c.126 §1; 2003 c.14 §496; 2015 c.145 §4; 2023 c.498 §19]

Source: Section 813.020 — Fee to be paid on conviction; screening and treatment; mandatory imprisonment or community service; attendance at victim impact treatment session; session fee; exemptions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.608 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.608
813.608 Knowingly furnishing motor vehicle without ignition interlock device
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of knowingly furnishing a motor vehicle without an ignition interlock device to someone who is not authorized to drive such a vehicle if the person rents, leases, lends or otherwise furnishes a motor vehicle to someone the person knows to have been ordered or required under ORS 813.602 (Circumstances under which ignition interlock device required) , to install an ignition interlock device, and the motor vehicle is not equipped with such a device that is in working order.

(2) The offense described in this section, knowingly furnishing a motor vehicle without an ignition interlock device to someone who is not authorized to drive such a vehicle, is a Class A traffic violation. [1987 c.746 §5; 1989 c.576 §2]

Source: Section 813.608 — Knowingly furnishing motor vehicle without ignition interlock device; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.126 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.126
803.126 Odometer disclosure without title application
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation by rule may allow the filing of documents related to odometer disclosure without an accompanying application for issuance or transfer of title. The department may determine situations in which such documents may be filed and what documents are acceptable.

(2) A person filing an odometer disclosure statement under this section shall pay a fee of $4. [1991 c.873 §6a]

Source: Section 803.126 — Odometer disclosure without title application; fee , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.603 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.603
813.603 Waiver of costs of ignition interlock device
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided in subsection (2) of this section, if an ignition interlock device is ordered or required under ORS 813.602 (Circumstances under which ignition interlock device required) , the person so ordered or required shall pay to the manufacturer’s representative the reasonable costs of leasing, installing and maintaining the device. A payment schedule may be established for the person by the Department of State Police, in consultation with the Transportation Safety Committee.

(2) The department may waive, in whole or in part, or defer the person’s responsibility to pay all or part of the costs under subsection (1) of this section if the person meets the criteria for indigence established for waiving or deferring such costs under subsection (3) of this section. If the person’s responsibility for costs is waived, then notwithstanding ORS 813.270 (Intoxicated Driver Program Fund) , the costs described in subsection (1) of this section must be paid from the Intoxicated Driver Program Fund.

(3) The department, by rule, shall establish criteria and procedures for qualification to waive or defer costs described under subsection (1) of this section for indigence. The criteria must be consistent with the standards for indigence adopted by the federal government for purposes of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. [2015 c.577 §7; 2017 c.655 §§12,20; 2019 c.200 §§8,9]

Note: 813.603 (Waiver of costs of ignition interlock device) was added to and made a part of ORS chapter 813 by legislative action but was not added to any smaller series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 813.603 — Waiver of costs of ignition interlock device; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.328 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.328
813.328 Notice of intent to challenge validity of prior convictions
Status: in_force

(1) A defendant who challenges the validity of prior convictions alleged by the state as an element of felony driving while under the influence of intoxicants must give notice of the intent to challenge the validity of the prior convictions at least seven days prior to the first date set for trial on the felony charge. The validity of the prior convictions shall be determined prior to trial by the court.

(2) As used in this section, “conviction” includes a juvenile adjudication. [1999 c.1049 §4; 2009 c.525 §3]

Source: Section 813.328 — Notice of intent to challenge validity of prior convictions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.538 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.538
803.538 Color of sky in graphic plates
Status: in_force

Registration plates chosen by the commission pursuant to section 1, chapter 572, Oregon Laws 1987, shall have the colors chosen by the commission except that the sky shall be blue. [1989 c.742 §4]

Source: Section 803.538 — Color of sky in graphic plates , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.220 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.220
807.220 Emergency driver permit
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation shall provide for the issuance of emergency driver permits in a manner consistent with this section.

(2) Except as otherwise provided in this section an emergency driver permit is subject to the fees, provisions, conditions, prohibitions and penalties applicable to a Class C driver license.

(3) The following apply to an emergency driver permit:

(a) The department may issue an emergency driver permit to a person 14 years of age or older.

(b) The department shall place restrictions on the permit that designate the routes over which the permit is valid. The department shall designate routes it determines necessary from the facts creating the emergency.

(c) The permit shall only be issued if the department is satisfied that an emergency exists that requires operation of a motor vehicle by the applicant.

(d) The department may establish a form for the permit that differs from the form required for a license.

(e) The only fee required for issuance of the permit is the emergency driver permit fee under ORS 807.370 (License, endorsement and permit fees) .

(f) The department may establish a period for the expiration of the permit that coincides with the end of the emergency that is the basis for the permit.

(g) The department shall cancel the permit if the department determines that the holder of the permit has operated a motor vehicle over any highway or for any purpose other than one approved under the permit.

(h) If an emergency driver permit is canceled, the person issued the permit is ineligible to be issued another emergency driver permit for a period of one year.

(i) In addition to any other application requirements for the emergency driver permit, the applicant must obtain the approval of the sheriff of the county in which the applicant resides.

(4) The department may issue an emergency driver permit, if the person qualifies for the permit, to a person whose driving privileges are suspended under ORS 809.280 (Department procedures following court order of suspension or revocation) because the department has received an order suspending driving privileges under ORS 809.260 (Court-ordered suspension of driving privileges of juvenile) . In addition to other emergencies, a situation that leaves the applicant with no alternative means to travel to and from school is an emergency for purposes of a permit issued under this subsection. [1983 c.338 §322; 1985 c.16 §140; 1985 c.174 §10; 1985 c.608 §26; 1987 c.262 §1; 1989 c.636 §27; 2001 c.410 §4; 2003 c.14 §479; 2005 c.59 §5; 2011 c.355 §2; 2023 c.400 §10]

Source: Section 807.220 — Emergency driver permit; fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 806.020 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 806 / Section 806.020
806.020 Exemptions from financial responsibility requirements
Status: in_force

This section provides exemptions from the necessity for compliance with or proof of compliance with financial responsibility requirements in accident reports under ORS 811.725 (Driver failure to report accident to Department of Transportation) , when applying for vehicle registration under ORS 803.370 (Contents of application) or 803.460 (Proof of compliance with financial responsibility requirements) and for operating a vehicle under ORS 806.010 (Driving uninsured prohibited) . The owner or operator of a vehicle is exempt, as provided by this section, from financial responsibility requirements if the vehicle involved in the accident, sought to be registered or operated is any of the following:

(1) An antique vehicle issued permanent registration under ORS 805.010 (Antique vehicles) .

(2) A farm trailer.

(3) A farm tractor.

(4) An implement of husbandry.

(5) A vehicle of special interest that is maintained as a collector’s item and used for exhibitions, parades, club activities and similar uses, but not used primarily for the transportation of persons or property.

(6) A snowmobile or a Class I, Class III or Class IV all-terrain vehicle, unless the vehicle is operating on an all-terrain vehicle highway access route that is designated by the Oregon Transportation Commission as open to all-terrain vehicles.

(7) Any motor vehicle not operated on any highway or premises open to the public in this state.

(8) A motor assisted scooter.

(9) An electric personal assistive mobility device. [1983 c.338 §838; 1985 c.16 §423; 1987 c.217 §4; 1989 c.991 §32; 1993 c.751 §99; 2001 c.749 §22; 2003 c.341 §5; 2009 c.257 §1; 2011 c.360 §15; 2015 c.138 §29; 2017 c.453 §8]

Source: Section 806.020 — Exemptions from financial responsibility requirements , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors806.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 820.120 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 820 / Section 820.120
820.120 Rules and standards for school vehicle inspection
Status: in_force

(1) The State Board of Education shall adopt and enforce rules to provide for the inspection of school buses and school activity vehicles to assure that the vehicles are in compliance with requirements under standards and rules established under ORS 820.100 (Adoption of safety standards for construction and equipment of school vehicles) and 820.110 (Rules and standards for driver qualification and training and accident reports) , as applicable, and that the vehicles are safe for operation. The rules may include intervals of inspections.

(2) The governing board of a public university listed in ORS 352.002 (Public universities) may adopt and enforce separate standards of the type described under this section for school buses and school activity vehicles that are under its jurisdiction.

(3) The rules and standards adopted under this section:

(a) Are subject to any other statute or regulation relating to the safety of vehicles for operation and the inspection of vehicles.

(b) May include different requirements for different classes or types of school buses or school activity vehicles.

(c) May include any exemptions determined appropriate under ORS 820.150 (Rules and standards for exemption of certain vehicles from Oregon Vehicle Code) . [1983 c.338 §749; 1985 c.420 §14; 1989 c.491 §73; 2013 c.768 §152; 2015 c.767 §213]

Source: Section 820.120 — Rules and standards for school vehicle inspection , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors820.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 805.222 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 805 / Section 805.222
805.222 Special registration program
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation shall establish a special registration program and provide for issuance of special registration plates for nonprofit groups meeting the qualifications for tax exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, for institutions of higher education and for public bodies, as defined in ORS 174.109 (“Public body” defined) .

(2) Plates issued under this section may be issued to owners of motor vehicles registered under the provisions of ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) (6)(a). In addition, the department may adopt rules for issuance of special registration plates issued pursuant to this section for vehicles not registered under ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) (6)(a).

(3) Plates issued under this section may not contain expressions of political opinion or religious belief.

(4) Rules adopted under this section shall include, but need not be limited to, rules that:

(a) Describe general qualifications to be met by any nonprofit group, institution of higher education or public body in order to be eligible for plates issued under this section.

(b) Specify circumstances under which the department may cease to issue plates under this section.

(c) Require each nonprofit group, institution of higher education or public body for which plates are issued to file an annual statement on a form designed by the department showing that the group is a nonprofit group, institution of higher education or public body and that the nonprofit group, institution of higher education or public body otherwise meets the qualifications imposed for eligibility for plates issued under this section. The statement shall include names and addresses of current directors or officers of the nonprofit group, institution of higher education or public body or of other persons authorized to speak for the nonprofit group, institution of higher education or public body on matters affecting plates issued under this section.

(d) Specify the manner in which a nonprofit group, institution of higher education or public body may apply for a special registration plate.

(5) In addition to any other fee authorized by law, for each set of special registration plates issued pursuant to this section, the department shall collect a surcharge of $40 payable when the plates are issued and upon each subsequent renewal of registration of a vehicle bearing the plates. The department shall distribute the moneys from the surcharge as provided in subsection (8) of this section.

(6) The department, in consultation with the nonprofit group, institution of higher education or public body requesting the special registration plate, shall develop a unique design for each plate issued under this section. Any design must comply with requirements described under ORS 803.535 (Size, form, material, color, design, contents) .

(7) The department shall determine how many sets of plates shall be manufactured for each plate approved under this section. If the department does not issue 2,000 sets of plates for a particular nonprofit group, institution of higher education or public body in any one year, the department shall cease production of those plates.

(8) Each nonprofit group, institution of higher education or public body that is found by the department to be eligible for plates issued under this section may designate an account into which the net proceeds of the surcharge collected by the department under subsection (5) of this section are to be deposited. The department shall keep accurate records of the number of plates issued for each nonprofit group, institution of higher education or public body that qualifies. After payment of administrative expenses of the department, moneys collected under this section for a nonprofit group, institution of higher education or public body shall be deposited by the department into an account specified by that nonprofit group, institution of higher education or public body. If any nonprofit group, institution of higher education or public body does not specify an account for the moneys collected from the sale of plates issued under this section, the department shall deposit moneys collected for those plates into the Passenger Rail Transportation Account established under ORS 802.100 (Accounts related to driver and vehicle services) to be used as other moneys in the account are used. Deposits under this subsection shall be made at least quarterly. [2015 c.806 §12; 2017 c.750 §39L]

Source: Section 805.222 — Special registration program; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors805.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.322 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.322
825.322 Disclosure of hazardous waste transportation reports and information to Environmental Protection Agency
Status: in_force

Records, reports and information obtained or used by the Department of Transportation in administering the hazardous waste program under ORS 825.258 (Rules for transportation of hazardous waste, hazardous material and PCB) shall be available to the United States Environmental Protection Agency upon request. If the records, reports or information has been submitted to the department under a claim of confidentiality, the state shall make that claim of confidentiality to the Environmental Protection Agency for the requested records, reports or information. The federal agency shall treat the records, reports or information that is subject to the confidentiality claim as confidential in accordance with applicable federal law. [Formerly 767.644]

Source: Section 825.322 — Disclosure of hazardous waste transportation reports and information to Environmental Protection Agency , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.165 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.165
811.165 Failure to stop for passenger loading of public transit vehicle
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure to stop for passenger loading of a public transit vehicle if the person is the driver of a vehicle overtaking a public transit vehicle described in this section that is stopped or about to stop for the purpose of receiving or discharging any passenger and the person does not:

(a) Stop the overtaking vehicle to the rear of the nearest running board or door of the public transit vehicle; and

(b) Keep the vehicle stationary until all passengers have boarded or alighted therefrom and reached a place of safety.

(2) This section applies to the following public transit vehicles:

(a) Commercial buses; and

(b) Rail fixed guideway public transportation system vehicles.

(3) A person is not in violation of this section if the person passes a public transit vehicle:

(a) Upon the left of any public transit vehicle described in this section on a one-way street; or

(b) At a speed not greater than is reasonable and proper and with due caution for the safety of pedestrians when:

(A) The public transit vehicle has stopped at the curb; or

(B) Any area or space has been officially set apart within the roadway for the exclusive use of pedestrians and the area or space is so protected or marked or indicated by adequate signs as to be plainly visible at all times while set apart as a safety zone.

(4) The offense described in this section, failure to stop for passenger loading of public transit vehicle, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §586; 1985 c.16 §292; 1995 c.383 §49; 2001 c.522 §4; 2017 c.46 §5]

Source: Section 811.165 — Failure to stop for passenger loading of public transit vehicle; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.026 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.026
807.026 Management of biometric data
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation shall retain biometric data collected by the department in the course of issuing, renewing or replacing driver licenses, driver permits and identification cards.

(2) The biometric data may not be made available to anyone other than employees of the department acting in an official capacity. [2005 c.775 §4]

LICENSES, ENDORSEMENTS

Source: Section 807.026 — Management of biometric data , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 822.042 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 822 / Section 822.042
822.042 Procedures for transfer of interest in vehicle by vehicle dealer
Status: in_force

(1) A vehicle dealer transferring any interest in a vehicle or camper shall:

(a) Within 25 calendar days of the transfer furnish the certificate of title or other primary ownership document for the vehicle and any release thereon to the security interest holder next named, if any, otherwise to the lessor or, if none, to the purchaser;

(b) Within 30 calendar days of the transfer submit to the Department of Transportation, in a manner that complies with any applicable statutes and rules, an application for title on behalf of the person to whom the title is to be furnished or whose name is to appear on the title record;

(c) Comply with rules adopted by the department if title has not been or will not be issued in the form of a certificate; or

(d) Within 25 business days of the transfer provide a notice of delay to the security interest holder next named, if any, the lessor, if any, and the purchaser. The notice shall contain:

(A) The reason for the delay;

(B) The anticipated extent of the delay; and

(C) A statement of the rights and remedies available to the purchaser if the delay becomes unreasonably extended.

(2) A vehicle dealer shall maintain records as determined by the department by rule to show whether the dealer has complied with subsection (1) of this section.

(3) A vehicle dealer that fails to comply with the provisions of subsection (1) of this section is subject to revocation, cancellation or suspension of the dealer’s certificate pursuant to ORS 822.050 (Revocation, cancellation or suspension of certificate) . [1989 c.452 §2; 1991 c.873 §44; 1993 c.233 §71; 1997 c.469 §6; 2001 c.104 §309; 2003 c.655 §130]

Source: Section 822.042 — Procedures for transfer of interest in vehicle by vehicle dealer , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors822.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 819.280 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 819 / Section 819.280
819.280 Disposal of vehicle at request of person in lawful possession
Status: in_force

(1) A person may make a request to an authority described in ORS 819.140 (Agencies having authority to take vehicle into custody) (1)(b) or (c) to dispose of a vehicle that is on the private property of the person and that is appraised at a value of $500 or less, as determined by a holder of a certificate issued under ORS 819.480 (Vehicle appraiser certificate) , if the person is in lawful possession of the vehicle. For the purposes of this subsection, a person need not have the certificate of title to be in lawful possession of the vehicle.

(2) If the authority requested to dispose of a vehicle under subsection (1) of this section chooses to dispose of the vehicle, the authority shall do all of the following:

(a) Photograph the vehicle.

(b) Verify that the person is in lawful possession of the vehicle.

(c) Provide notification to the person requesting the disposal and the Department of Transportation of all of the following:

(A) The name and address of the person requesting the disposal;

(B) The vehicle identification number;

(C) The appraised value of the vehicle;

(D) The appraiser’s certificate number and signature; and

(E) The name and address of the authority disposing of the vehicle.

(d) Dispose of the vehicle and its contents to a person who holds a valid dismantler certificate issued under ORS 822.110 (Dismantler certificate) .

(3) The authority disposing of the vehicle may charge the person requesting the disposal a fee to dispose of the vehicle.

(4) Disposal of a vehicle to a dismantler as provided in this section extinguishes all prior ownership and possessory rights.

(5) The department shall adopt rules specifying the form in which notification required by subsection (2) of this section shall be submitted and what additional information shall be conveyed to the department.

(6) In lieu of submitting ownership or other title documents for the vehicle, the authority disposing of the vehicle may submit to the dismantler a copy of the notification provided to the department under subsection (2) of this section. [2005 c.738 §2; 2005 c.738 §2a]

Source: Section 819.280 — Disposal of vehicle at request of person in lawful possession; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors819.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).