ORS § 815.232 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.232
815.232 Unreasonable sound amplification from a vehicle
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of causing unreasonable sound amplification from a vehicle if the person operates, or permits the operation of, any sound amplification system which is plainly audible outside of a vehicle from 50 or more feet when the vehicle is on a public highway or on premises open to the public, unless that system is being operated to request assistance or warn of a hazardous situation.

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

(a) Vehicles being operated outside of an urban growth boundary;

(b) Emergency vehicles as defined in ORS 801.260 (“Emergency vehicle.”) ;

(c) Vehicles operated by utilities defined under ORS 757.005 (Definition of public utility) , 758.505 (Definitions for ORS 758.505 to 758.555) or 759.005 (Definitions) , or telecommunications carriers as defined in ORS 133.721 (Definitions for ORS 41.910 and 133.721 to 133.739) ;

(d) Sound systems of vehicles used for advertising, or in parades, political or other special events, except that the use of sound systems on those vehicles may be prohibited by a local authority by ordinance or resolution;

(e) Audio alarm systems installed in vehicles; or

(f) Federal Communications Commission licensed two-way radio communications systems.

(3) As used in subsection (1) of this section, “plainly audible” means any sound for which the information content of that sound is unambiguously communicated to the listener including, but not limited to, understandable spoken speech, comprehension of whether a voice is raised or normal or comprehensible musical rhythms or vocal sounds.

(4) The offense described in this section, causing unreasonable sound amplification from a vehicle, is a Class D traffic violation. [1991 c.601 §3; 1995 c.383 §27; 1999 c.1093 §19]

Note: 815.232 (Unreasonable sound amplification from a vehicle) and 815.233 (Enhancement of penalty for violation of ORS 815.232) were added to and made a part of the Oregon Vehicle Code by legislative action but were not added to ORS chapter 815 or any series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 815.232 — Unreasonable sound amplification from a vehicle; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.612 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.612
811.612 Maintenance of privileges after relocation
Status: in_force

To maintain disabled person parking privileges after relocation, a person who relocates to Oregon and who holds a disabled person parking permit from another state shall obtain an Oregon disabled person parking permit pursuant to ORS 811.602 (Disabled person parking permit) . [2001 c.367 §6]

Source: Section 811.612 — Maintenance of privileges after relocation , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.290 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.290
811.290 Obstructing cross traffic
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of obstructing cross traffic if the person is operating a vehicle and the person enters an intersection or a marked crosswalk when there is not sufficient space on the other side of the intersection or crosswalk to accommodate the vehicle without obstructing the passage of other vehicles or pedestrians.

(2) The offense described in this section applies whether or not a traffic control device indicates to proceed.

(3) The offense described in this section, obstructing cross traffic, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §614; 1995 c.383 §56]

Source: Section 811.290 — Obstructing cross traffic; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.090 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.090
803.090 Fees for certificate of title
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided in subsection (2) of this section, the fee to issue a certificate of title under ORS 803.045 (Issuance of title) or 803.140 (Application) , to transfer title under ORS 803.092 (Application for title upon transfer of interest) , to issue a duplicate or replacement certificate of title under ORS 803.065 (Duplicate or replacement certificate) or to issue a new title due to name or address change under ORS 803.220 (Notification to department of name or address change) is as follows:

(a) For a salvage title, $27.

(b) For a vehicle title for trailers eligible for permanent registration under ORS 803.415 (Registration periods for vehicles) (1) and motor vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating over 26,000 pounds, excluding motor homes, $90.

(c) For a vehicle title for vehicles other than those vehicles described in paragraph (b) of this subsection, $77.

(2) If an application for a duplicate or replacement certificate of title is filed at the same time as an application for a transfer of title for the same vehicle, the applicant is required to pay only the transfer of title fee.

(3) The fee for late presentation of certificate of title under ORS 803.105 (Failure to deliver documents on transfer) is $25 from the 31st day after the transfer through the 60th day after the transfer and $50 thereafter.

(4) The fees for title transactions involving a form of title other than a certificate shall be the amounts established by the Department of Transportation by rule under ORS 803.012 (Rules for title forms and fees) . [1983 c.338 §188; 1985 c.16 §64; 1985 c.174 §2; 1985 c.300 §3; 1985 c.315 §1; 1987 c.790 §1; 1989 c.148 §12; 1991 c.873 §11; 1993 c.233 §28; 2001 c.669 §7; 2001 c.675 §8; 2003 c.161 §1; 2003 c.618 §1; 2003 c.655 §101; 2009 c.865 §42; 2017 c.750 §39a]

Source: Section 803.090 — Fees for certificate of title , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.522 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.522
801.522 “Tank vehicle.”
Status: in_force

“Tank vehicle” means a commercial motor vehicle that is designed to transport any liquid or gaseous material within a tank or tanks having an individual rate capacity of more than 119 gallons and an aggregate rate capacity of 1,000 gallons or more that is either permanently or temporarily attached to the vehicle or the chassis. “Tank vehicle” does not include a commercial motor vehicle transporting an empty storage container tank that has a rated capacity of 1,000 gallons or more and that is temporarily attached to a flatbed trailer. [1989 c.636 §7; 2013 c.237 §49; 2017 c.190 §10]

Source: Section 801.522 — “Tank vehicle.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 824.304 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 824 / Section 824.304
824.304 Guarding frogs, switches and guardrails
Status: in_force

(1) Every person owning or operating a railroad in this state, shall so adjust, fill, block and securely guard the frogs, switches and guardrails of their roads as to protect and prevent the feet of employees and other persons from being caught therein.

(2) Any person owning or operating a railroad in this state shall be liable for any damage caused from a failure to comply with this section. [Formerly 764.140]

Source: Section 824.304 — Guarding frogs, switches and guardrails , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors824.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 820.190 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 820 / Section 820.190
820.190 Minor operating school vehicle
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of being a minor operating a school vehicle if the person is under 18 years of age and the person drives any of the following while it is in use for the transportation of pupils to or from school or an authorized school activity or function:

(a) A school bus.

(b) A school activity vehicle.

(c) A vehicle owned by a public or governmental agency.

(d) A privately owned vehicle that is operated for compensation that is a vehicle other than a vehicle commonly known and used as a private passenger vehicle and not operated for compensation except in the transportation of students to or from school.

(2) The offense described in this section, minor operating a school vehicle, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §754; 1985 c.420 §19]

Source: Section 820.190 — Minor operating school vehicle; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors820.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.097 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.097
815.097 Providing vehicle with mercury light switch
Status: in_force

A person commits the offense of providing a vehicle with a mercury light switch if the person sells or offers for sale in this state a vehicle manufactured after January 1, 2006, that contains a mercury light switch mounted on the hood or trunk. [2001 c.924 §7]

Source: Section 815.097 — Providing vehicle with mercury light switch , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 810.350 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 810 / Section 810.350
810.350 Procedures for overloading and certain other violations
Status: in_force

(1) For offenses described in this section, a court or judicial officer:

(a) Shall make the owner or lessee of the vehicle a codefendant if appearance has not been made by the driver within 15 days of the date the driver was cited to appear in court.

(b) May dismiss the charges against the driver if the court finds:

(A) That the owner or lessee of the vehicle caused or permitted the driver to operate the vehicle or combination of vehicles in violation of the offenses described in this section; and

(B) That the owner or lessee is guilty of violating any such provision.

(2) This section applies to the following offenses:

(a) Operation without payment of appropriate registration fees under ORS 803.315 (Failure to pay registration fee) .

(b) Violation of maximum weight limits under ORS 818.020.

(c) Violation of administratively imposed weight or size limits under ORS 818.060 (Violation of administratively imposed weight or size limits) .

(d) Violation of maximum size limits under ORS 818.090 (Violation of maximum size limits) .

(e) Exceeding maximum number of vehicles under ORS 818.110 (Exceeding maximum number of vehicles in combination) .

(f) Violation of posted limits on use of road under ORS 818.130 (Violation of posted limits on use) .

(g) Violation of towing safety requirements under ORS 818.160 (Violating towing safety requirements) .

(h) Operating a sifting or leaking load under ORS 818.300 (Operating with sifting or leaking load) .

(i) Dragging objects on a highway under ORS 818.320 (Dragging objects on highway) .

(j) Unlawful use of devices without wheels under ORS 815.155 (Unlawful use of device without wheels) .

(k) Unlawful use of metal objects on tires under ORS 815.160 (Unlawful use of metal objects on tires) .

(L) Operation without pneumatic tires under ORS 815.170 (Operation without pneumatic tires) .

(m) Operation in violation of a vehicle variance permit under ORS 818.340 (Operating in violation of variance permit) .

(n) Failure to carry and display a permit under ORS 818.350 (Failure to carry and display variance permit) .

(o) Failure to comply with commercial vehicle enforcement requirements under ORS 818.400 (Failure to comply with commercial vehicle enforcement requirements) . [1983 c.338 §381]

(Court-Related Offenses)

Source: Section 810.350 — Procedures for overloading and certain other violations , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors810.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.440 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.440
803.440 Failure to submit declaration of weight
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure to submit a declaration of weight if the person does not submit a declaration of weight for a vehicle described in this subsection when the person applies for registration of the vehicle or has the vehicle registered in the person’s name and the vehicle has been altered or reconstructed. This section applies to the following vehicles:

(a) Any vehicle required to establish registration weight under ORS 803.430 (Certain vehicles required to establish registration weight for fee determination) .

(b) Any commercial bus.

(c) Any vehicle registered as a farm vehicle under ORS 805.300 (Farm vehicle registration) .

(d) Any vehicle registered under the proportional registration provisions of ORS 826.009 (Proportional registration of commercial vehicles) or 826.011 (Proportional fleet registration) .

(2) The offense described in this section, failure to submit a declaration of weight, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §232; 1989 c.43 §24; 1989 c.723 §11; 1993 c.751 §26]

Source: Section 803.440 — Failure to submit declaration of weight; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.485 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.485
811.485 Following too closely
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of following too closely if the person does any of the following:

(a) Drives a motor vehicle so as to follow another vehicle more closely than is reasonable and prudent, having due regard for the speed of the vehicles and the traffic upon, and condition of, the highway.

(b) Drives a truck, commercial bus or motor vehicle drawing another vehicle when traveling upon a roadway outside of a business or residence district or upon a freeway within the corporate limits of a city and follows another truck, commercial bus or motor vehicle drawing another vehicle without, when conditions permit, leaving sufficient space so that an overtaking vehicle may enter and occupy the space without danger. This paragraph does not prevent a truck, commercial bus or motor vehicle drawing another vehicle from overtaking and passing a vehicle or combination of vehicles.

(c) Drives a motor vehicle when traveling upon a roadway outside of a business or residence district or upon a freeway within the corporate limits of a city in a caravan or motorcade whether or not towing another vehicle without operating the vehicle so as to leave sufficient space between vehicles to enable a vehicle to enter and occupy the space without danger.

(2) This section does not apply in the case of a funeral procession. Except for the funeral lead vehicle, vehicles participating in a funeral procession shall follow the preceding vehicle as closely as is reasonable and safe.

(3) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) This section does not apply to a person operating a vehicle that is part of a connected automated braking system.

(b) As used in this subsection, “connected automated braking system” means a system that uses vehicle-to-vehicle communication to electronically coordinate the braking of a lead vehicle with the braking of one or more following vehicles.

(4) The offense described in this section, following too closely, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §654; 1991 c.482 §20; 2007 c.794 §5; 2018 c.93 §40]

Source: Section 811.485 — Following too closely; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 822.025 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 822 / Section 822.025
822.025 Application contents
Status: in_force

An application for a vehicle dealer certificate issued by the Department of Transportation under ORS 822.020 (Issuance and renewal of certificate) shall be in a form prescribed by the department and shall contain all of the following:

(1) The names and residence addresses of the persons applying, as follows:

(a) If the applicant is a firm or partnership, the name of the firm or partnership with the names and residence addresses of all members thereof.

(b) If the applicant is a corporation, the name of the corporation with the names of the principal officers and their residence addresses and the name of the state under whose laws the corporation is organized.

(2) The name under which the business will be conducted.

(3) The street address, including city and county in Oregon, where the business will be conducted.

(4) Whether or not used vehicles are handled.

(5) A certificate from the applicant showing that the applicant will act as a vehicle dealer and will conduct business at the location given on the application.

(6) A certificate signed by a person authorized by the local governing body to do so, stating that the location of the business as given in the application for a certificate complies with any land use ordinances or business regulatory ordinances of the city or county. The provisions of this subsection do not apply to renewal of a vehicle dealer certificate under ORS 822.020 (Issuance and renewal of certificate) unless the location of the business is being changed at the time of renewal.

(7) Any information required by the department to efficiently administer the registration of vehicles and regulation of dealers or other relevant information required by the department.

(8) If the applicant is a dealer subject to the education and test requirements under ORS 822.027 (Education requirements for vehicle dealers) (1)(a), a certificate from the provider of each precertification education program listing the courses that the applicant has completed and the tests that the applicant has passed in the precertification education program.

(9) If the applicant will offer new recreational vehicles for sale, a certificate from the applicant stating that the applicant will maintain a recreational vehicle service facility at the street address provided by the applicant pursuant to subsection (3) of this section. [1983 c.338 §793; 1985 c.598 §3; 1993 c.751 §84; 1997 c.469 §4; 1999 c.277 §4; 1999 c.593 §1; 2001 c.172 §6; 2003 c.655 §126; 2013 c.531 §3; 2023 c.400 §43]

Source: Section 822.025 — Application contents , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors822.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 806.070 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 806 / Section 806.070
806.070 Minimum payment schedule
Status: in_force

(1) This section establishes a schedule of payments for the following purposes:

(a) An insurance policy described under ORS 806.080 (Insurance) must provide for payment of at least amounts necessary to cover the minimum required payments under this section to qualify for use for financial responsibility under ORS 806.060 (Methods of compliance) .

(b) A person who is self-insured under ORS 806.130 (Self-insurance) must agree to pay according to the payment schedule established by this section.

(c) The payment schedule is the minimum required payment of a judgment for purposes of ORS 809.130 (Suspension or revocation of driving privileges for unsettled judgment) and 809.415 (Suspensions for conduct involving judgments, financial responsibility, dishonesty) .

(2) The schedule of payments is as follows:

(a) $25,000 because of bodily injury to or death of one person in any one accident;

(b) Subject to that limit for one person, $50,000 because of bodily injury to or death of two or more persons in any one accident; and

(c) $20,000 because of injury to or destruction of the property of others in any one accident. [1983 c.338 §843; 1985 c.16 §427; 1995 c.41 §6; 2003 c.175 §6; 2003 c.402 §13; 2009 c.66 §2; 2021 c.630 §87]

Source: Section 806.070 — Minimum payment schedule , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors806.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 805.400 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 805 / Section 805.400
805.400 Proportional registration for farm vehicles
Status: in_force

(1) Any person who qualifies under ORS 805.310 (Qualifications for registration) for farm vehicle registration under ORS 805.300 (Farm vehicle registration) may choose to register farm qualified vehicles under the proportional registration provisions of ORS 826.009 (Proportional registration of commercial vehicles) or 826.011 (Proportional fleet registration) in lieu of registering the vehicles under the farm vehicle registration provisions of ORS 805.300 (Farm vehicle registration) . Except as otherwise provided in this section, farm vehicles registered under ORS 826.009 (Proportional registration of commercial vehicles) or 826.011 (Proportional fleet registration) are subject to the same requirements, conditions and privileges as other vehicles registered under those sections. Farm vehicle proportional registration is subject to the following:

(a) In addition to any application for registration required by ORS 826.009 (Proportional registration of commercial vehicles) or 826.011 (Proportional fleet registration) , the applicant must submit an application to the Department of Transportation certified by the applicant and containing the information specified in ORS 805.320 (Application for registration) for farm vehicle registration.

(b) The department shall issue appropriate identification devices for proportionally registered farm vehicles. The design for such devices shall be determined by the department by rule and the fees for such devices are as provided in ORS 803.577 (Fee for identification device for proportionally registered vehicle) .

(c) An identification device for proportionally registered farm vehicles is subject to cancellation as provided in ORS 805.410 (Department investigation of farm vehicle proportional registration application) .

(2) The following provisions apply to a vehicle that has been issued farm vehicle proportional registration:

(a) The vehicle may be used only for purposes described in ORS 805.390 (Permitted uses of farm-registered vehicles) . Violation of this paragraph is punishable as provided in ORS 805.350 (Violation of farm registration limits) for violation of farm registration limits.

(b) The vehicle is exempt from or subject to regulation under ORS chapter 825 to the same extent and in the same manner as provided in ORS 825.024 (Applicability to farm vehicles) for vehicles registered under ORS 805.300 (Farm vehicle registration) . [1985 c.668 §18; 1989 c.43 §34; 1991 c.284 §23; 1991 c.407 §37; 1993 c.751 §111]

Source: Section 805.400 — Proportional registration for farm vehicles; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors805.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.303 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.303
801.303 “Hazardous materials.”
Status: in_force

“Hazardous materials” has the meaning given that term in 49 C.F.R. 383.5, as in effect on January 1, 2013. [1989 c.636 §6; 2005 c.649 §31; 2013 c.237 §47]

Source: Section 801.303 — “Hazardous materials.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.748 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.748
811.748 Driver failure to report accident to police officer or law enforcement agency
Status: in_force

(1) The driver of a vehicle commits the offense of driver failure to report an accident if the driver is driving any vehicle that is involved in an accident required to be reported under ORS 811.745 (When accident must be reported to police officer or law enforcement agency) and the driver, if physically capable, does not give notice of the accident immediately to a police officer or a law enforcement agency by the quickest means available.

(2) Notwithstanding subsection (1) of this section, a driver does not commit the offense of driver failure to report an accident if:

(a) The accident required to be reported under ORS 811.745 (When accident must be reported to police officer or law enforcement agency) results in a serious injury or death; and

(b) The driver gives notice of the accident immediately to the emergency communications system by the quickest means available.

(3) The offense described in this section, driver failure to report an accident, is a Class A traffic violation. [2009 c.490 §4; 2015 c.247 §39]

Note: See note under 811.745 (When accident must be reported to police officer or law enforcement agency) .

Source: Section 811.748 — Driver failure to report accident to police officer or law enforcement agency; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.526 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.526
814.526 Unsafe operation of motor assisted scooter on bicycle path or lane
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of unsafe operation of a motor assisted scooter on a bicycle path or bicycle lane if the person operates a motor assisted scooter on a bicycle path or bicycle lane and does not give an audible warning before overtaking and passing a pedestrian or does not yield the right of way to all pedestrians on the bicycle path or bicycle lane.

(2) The offense described in this section, unsafe operation of a motor assisted scooter on a bicycle path or bicycle lane, is a Class D traffic violation. [2001 c.749 §12]

Source: Section 814.526 — Unsafe operation of motor assisted scooter on bicycle path or lane; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.240 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.240
807.240 Hardship permit
Status: in_force

The Department of Transportation shall provide for issuance of hardship driver permits in a manner consistent with this section. A hardship driver permit grants the driving privileges provided in this section or under the permit. Except as otherwise provided in this section, a hardship driver permit is subject to the fees, provisions, conditions, prohibitions and penalties applicable to a license. The following apply to a hardship driver permit:

(1) The department may only issue a permit to a person whose driving privileges under the vehicle code have been suspended, or revoked under ORS 809.600 (Kinds of offenses and number of convictions) as a habitual offender.

(2) Except as provided in this section and ORS 813.520 (Limitations on authority to issue hardship permit or reinstate driving privileges) , the department may reinstate the privilege to operate a motor vehicle of any person whose license to operate a motor vehicle has been suspended, or revoked under ORS 809.600 (Kinds of offenses and number of convictions) as a habitual offender, by issuing the person a hardship permit.

(3) To qualify for a hardship permit, a person must do all of the following:

(a) The person must submit to the department an application for the permit that demonstrates the person’s need for the permit.

(b) The person must present satisfactory evidence, as determined by the department by rule:

(A) That the person must operate a motor vehicle as a requisite of the person’s occupation or employment;

(B) That the person must operate a motor vehicle to seek employment or to get to or from a place of employment;

(C) That the person must operate a motor vehicle to get to or from an alcohol or drug treatment or rehabilitation program;

(D) That the person or a member of the person’s immediate family requires medical treatment on a regular basis and that the person must operate a motor vehicle in order that the treatment may be obtained;

(E) That the person must operate a motor vehicle to get to or from a gambling addiction treatment program; or

(F) That the person must operate a motor vehicle to provide necessary services to the person or to a member of the person’s family. The department shall determine by rule what constitutes necessary services for purposes of this subparagraph. The rule shall include as necessary services, but need not be limited to, grocery shopping, driving the person or the person’s children to school, driving to medical appointments and caring for elderly family members.

(c) If the person is applying for a permit because the person or a member of the person’s immediate family requires medical treatment on a regular basis, the person must present, in addition to any evidence required by the department under paragraph (b) of this subsection, a statement signed by a licensed physician or licensed nurse practitioner that indicates that the person or a member of the person’s immediate family requires medical treatment on a regular basis.

(d) The person must show that the person is not incompetent to drive nor a habitual incompetent, reckless or criminally negligent driver as established by the person’s driving record in this or any other jurisdiction.

(e) The person must make a future responsibility filing.

(f) The person must submit any other information the department may require for purposes of determining whether the person qualifies under this section and ORS 813.520 (Limitations on authority to issue hardship permit or reinstate driving privileges) .

(4) If the department finds that the person meets the requirements of this section and any applicable requirements under ORS 813.520 (Limitations on authority to issue hardship permit or reinstate driving privileges) , the department may issue the person a hardship permit, valid for the duration of the suspension or revocation or for a shorter period of time established by the department unless sooner suspended or revoked under this section. If the department issues the permit for a period shorter than the suspension or revocation period, renewal of the permit shall be on such terms and conditions as the department may require. The permit:

(a) Shall limit the holder to operation of a motor vehicle only during specified times.

(b) May bear other reasonable limitations relating to the hardship permit or the operation of a motor vehicle that the department deems proper or necessary. The limitations may include any limitation, condition or requirement. Violation of a limitation is punishable as provided by ORS 811.175 (Violation driving while suspended or revoked) or 811.182 (Criminal driving while suspended or revoked) .

(5) The department, upon receiving satisfactory evidence of any violation of the limitations of a permit issued under this section, may suspend or revoke the hardship permit.

(6) The fee charged for application or issuance of a hardship driver permit is the hardship driver permit application fee under ORS 807.370 (License, endorsement and permit fees) . The department may not refund the fee if the application is denied or if the driver permit is suspended or revoked. The fee upon renewal of the driver permit is the same fee as that charged for renewal of a license. The application fee charged under this subsection is in addition to any fee charged for reinstatement of driving privileges under ORS 807.370 (License, endorsement and permit fees) .

(7) The department may issue a permit granting the same driving privileges as those suspended or revoked or may issue a permit granting fewer driving privileges, as the department determines necessary to assure safe operation of motor vehicles by the permit holder.

(8) The department may not issue a hardship permit to a person:

(a) Whose driver license or driver permit is suspended pursuant to ORS 25.750 (Suspension of licenses, certificates, permits and registrations) to 25.783 (Confidentiality of information) ;

(b) Whose driving privileges are suspended pursuant to ORS 809.280 (Department procedures following court order of suspension or revocation) (2);

(c) That authorizes the person to operate a commercial motor vehicle;

(d) Whose suspension of driving privileges is based on a second or subsequent conviction of driving while under the influence of intoxicants in violation of ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) or the statutory counterpart to ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) in another jurisdiction and the suspension period is determined by ORS 809.428 (Schedule of suspension or revocation periods for certain offenses) (2)(b) or (c);

(e) Whose driving privileges are suspended for a conviction of assault in the second, third or fourth degree if the person, within 10 years preceding application for the permit, has been convicted of:

(A) Any degree of murder, manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide or assault resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle;

(B) Reckless driving, as defined in ORS 811.140 (Reckless driving) ;

(C) Driving while under the influence of intoxicants, as defined in ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) ;

(D) 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) ;

(E) Criminal driving while suspended or revoked, as defined in ORS 811.182 (Criminal driving while suspended or revoked) ;

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

(G) Aggravated vehicular homicide, as defined in ORS 163.149 (Aggravated vehicular homicide) ; or

(H) Aggravated driving while suspended or revoked, as defined in ORS 163.196 (Aggravated driving while suspended or revoked) ; or

(f) Whose driving privileges are suspended for a conviction of assault in the second, third or fourth degree:

(A) For a period of four years from the date the department suspends driving privileges if the person’s driving privileges are suspended for conviction of assault in the second degree and the person was not incarcerated for that conviction.

(B) For a period of four years from the date the person is released from incarceration for the conviction if the person’s driving privileges are suspended for conviction of assault in the second degree and the person was incarcerated for that conviction.

(C) For a period of two years from the date the department suspends driving privileges if the person’s driving privileges are suspended for conviction of assault in the third degree and the person was not incarcerated for that conviction.

(D) For a period of two years from the date the person is released from incarceration for the conviction if the person’s driving privileges are suspended for conviction of assault in the third degree and the person was incarcerated for that conviction.

(E) For a period of six months from the date the department suspends driving privileges if the person’s driving privileges are suspended for conviction of assault in the fourth degree and the person is not incarcerated for that conviction.

(F) For a period of six months from the date the person is released from incarceration for the conviction if the person’s driving privileges are suspended for conviction of assault in the fourth degree and the person was incarcerated for that conviction.

(9) A conviction arising out of the same episode as the current suspension is not considered a conviction for purposes of subsection (8)(e) of this section.

(10) A person’s driving privileges under a hardship permit are subject to suspension or revocation if the person does not maintain a good driving record, as defined by the administrative rules of the department, during the term of the permit. [1983 c.338 §327; 1985 c.16 §144; 1985 c.608 §29; 1987 c.730 §11; 1987 c.801 §3; 1989 c.636 §33; 1991 c.860 §4; 1993 c.627 §2; 1993 c.751 §45; 1999 c.796 §4; 2001 c.294 §1; 2003 c.23 §1; 2003 c.160 §2; 2005 c.471 §11; 2017 c.319 §1; 2018 c.76 §§2,2a; 2019 c.215 §1; 2019 c.358 §43]

Source: Section 807.240 — Hardship permit; fees; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.522 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.522
814.522 Failure to signal
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure to signal for a motor assisted scooter maneuver if the person is operating a motor assisted scooter and:

(a) Stops the motor assisted scooter without giving the appropriate hand and arm signal continuously for at least 100 feet before executing the stop.

(b) Executes a turn or lane change on the motor assisted scooter without giving the appropriate hand and arm signal for the turn at least 100 feet before executing the turn.

(c) Executes a turn on the motor assisted scooter after having been stopped without giving, while stopped, the appropriate hand and arm signal for the turn.

(2) A person is not in violation of this section if the person is operating a motor assisted scooter and does not give the appropriate hand and arm signal continuously for a stop, turn or lane change because circumstances require that both hands be used to safely control or operate the motor assisted scooter.

(3) The appropriate hand and arm signals for indicating stops, turns and lane changes under this section are those provided for other vehicles under ORS 811.395 (Appropriate signals for stopping, turning, changing lanes and decelerating) and 811.400 (Failure to use appropriate signal for turn, lane change, stop or exit from roundabout) .

(4) The offense described in this section, failure to signal for a motor assisted scooter maneuver, is a Class D traffic violation. [2001 c.749 §10]

Source: Section 814.522 — Failure to signal; exception; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.400 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.400
813.400 Suspension or revocation upon conviction
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided in subsections (2) and (3) of this section, upon receipt of a record of conviction for misdemeanor driving while under the influence of intoxicants, the Department of Transportation shall suspend the driving privileges of the person convicted. The suspension shall be for a period described under Schedule II of ORS 809.428 (Schedule of suspension or revocation periods for certain offenses) , except the department shall not reinstate any driving privileges to the person until the person complies with future responsibility filings. A person is entitled to administrative review under ORS 809.440 (Hearing and administrative review procedures) of a suspension imposed under this subsection.

(2) A person convicted of felony driving while under the influence of intoxicants, or a person convicted of misdemeanor driving while under the influence of intoxicants for a third or subsequent time, is subject to revocation of driving privileges as provided in ORS 809.235 (Permanent revocation of driving privileges upon conviction of certain crimes) .

(3) The provisions of this section do not apply to convictions of driving while under the influence of intoxicants if the offense was committed while the person was riding a bicycle.

(4) For the purposes of this section, “bicycle” does not include an electric assisted bicycle. [1983 c.338 §353(8); 1985 c.16 §166(8); 1985 c.393 §10a(8); 1985 c.669 §2a(8); 1991 c.702 §13; 2001 c.786 §3; 2003 c.346 §1; 2003 c.402 §40; 2005 c.436 §2; 2023 c.498 §21]

Source: Section 813.400 — Suspension or revocation upon conviction; duration; review; exemptions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.145 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.145
811.145 Failure to yield to emergency vehicle or ambulance
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure to yield to an emergency vehicle or ambulance if an ambulance or emergency vehicle that is using a visual or audible signal in a manner described under ORS 820.300 (Exemptions from traffic laws) and 820.320 (Illegal operation of emergency vehicle or ambulance) approaches the vehicle the person is operating and the person does not do all of the following:

(a) Yield the right of way to the ambulance or emergency vehicle.

(b) Immediately drive to a position as near as possible and parallel to the right-hand edge or curb of the roadway clear of any intersection.

(c) Stop and remain in such position until the emergency vehicle or ambulance has passed.

(2) A person is not in violation of this section if the person is acting as otherwise directed by a police officer.

(3) This section does not relieve the driver of an emergency vehicle or ambulance from the duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons using the highway, nor does this section protect the driver of any such vehicle from the consequence of an arbitrary exercise of the right of way granted under this section.

(4) The offense described in this section, failure to yield to an emergency vehicle or ambulance, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §582; 1985 c.16 §289; 1995 c.383 §46]

Source: Section 811.145 — Failure to yield to emergency vehicle or ambulance; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.350 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.350
811.350 Dangerous left turn
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of making a dangerous left turn if the person:

(a) Is operating a vehicle;

(b) Intends to turn the vehicle to the left within an intersection or into an alley, private road, driveway or place from a highway; and

(c) Does not yield the right of way to a vehicle approaching from the opposite direction that is within the intersection or so close as to constitute an immediate hazard.

(2) The offense described in this section, dangerous left turn, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §626; 1985 c.16 §313]

Source: Section 811.350 — Dangerous left turn; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 822.605 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 822 / Section 822.605
822.605 False swearing relating to regulation of vehicle related businesses
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of false swearing relating to regulation of vehicle related businesses if the person knowingly makes any false affidavit or knowingly swears or affirms falsely to any matter or thing relating to the regulation of vehicle dealers, vehicle dismantlers, towing businesses, vehicle transporters, snowmobile dealers, Class I all-terrain vehicle dealers, commercial driver training schools or driver training instructors under the vehicle code.

(2) The offense described in this section, false swearing relating to regulation of vehicle related businesses, is a Class C felony. [1983 c.338 §836; 1987 c.217 §12; 2005 c.654 §39]

Source: Section 822.605 — False swearing relating to regulation of vehicle related businesses; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors822.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.116 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.116
803.116 Knowingly submitting false information about transfer of interest in vehicle
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of knowingly submitting false information about transfer of a vehicle if the person submits a notice of transfer of an interest in a vehicle as described in ORS 803.112 (Notice of transfer of interest in vehicle) to the Department of Transportation and the person knows that some or all of the information contained in the notice is false.

(2) The offense described in this section, knowingly submitting false information about transfer of a vehicle, is a Class C misdemeanor. [1995 c.516 §5]

Source: Section 803.116 — Knowingly submitting false information about transfer of interest in vehicle; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 809.550 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 809 / Section 809.550
809.550 Application of ORS 809.510 to 809.545
Status: in_force

The provisions of ORS 809.510 (Conviction of crime) to 809.545 (Administrative review) apply:

(1) When an individual’s conduct involves driving a commercial motor vehicle, without regard to whether an individual held commercial driving privileges on the date the conduct occurred.

(2) When an individual’s conduct involves driving a motor vehicle, if the individual held commercial driving privileges in any jurisdiction on the date the conduct occurred. [2021 c.630 §115]

Source: Section 809.550 — Application of ORS 809.510 to 809.545 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors809.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 806.170 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 806 / Section 806.170
806.170 Department check on financial certification on accident reports
Status: in_force

The Department of Transportation shall investigate all certifications of compliance with financial responsibility requirements made on reports of accidents under ORS 811.725 (Driver failure to report accident to Department of Transportation) and 811.730 (Owner failure to report accident to Department of Transportation) . The department shall contact the insurers listed on the certifications to determine whether each certification is accurate. If the certification is not correct, an insurer shall notify the department no later than 60 days after receiving a request from the department for verification of the accuracy of the certification. [1983 c.338 §853; 2009 c.257 §3]

Source: Section 806.170 — Department check on financial certification on accident reports , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors806.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 822.265 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 822 / Section 822.265
822.265 Rulemaking authority
Status: in_force

(1) In accordance with applicable provisions of ORS chapter 183, the State Board of Towing may adopt rules:

(a) Necessary for the administration of the laws that the board is charged with administering.

(b) To implement ORS 98.853 (Conditions allowing towing) to 98.862 (Exceptions to requirements of ORS 98.856) .

(2) The board may adopt a seal. [2021 c.578 §5]

Note: See note under 822.250 (State Board of Towing) .

Source: Section 822.265 — Rulemaking authority; board seal , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors822.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.230 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.230
814.230 Moped operator or rider clinging to other vehicle
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of moped operator or rider clinging to another vehicle if the person is riding upon or operating a moped and the person clings to another vehicle upon a roadway or attaches the moped to any other vehicle upon a roadway.

(2) The offense described in this section, moped operator or rider clinging to another vehicle, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §688]

Source: Section 814.230 — Moped operator or rider clinging to other vehicle; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.325 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.325
803.325 Purchase and use of out-of-state registered vehicle
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of purchase and use of an out-of-state registered vehicle by a resident if the person is a resident of this state and the person purchases a vehicle registered outside of this state without doing all of the following:

(a) Upon purchase, the person shall remove the registration plates and shall cause the vehicle to be registered as provided under the vehicle code or under ORS chapter 826, as appropriate, for vehicles owned by residents of this state.

(b) The person shall not use, within this state, the vehicle except when the person has paid fees and has complied with the vehicle code or with ORS chapter 826, as appropriate.

(2) The offense described in this section, purchase and use of out-of-state registered vehicle by resident, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §209; 1985 c.16 §77; 1991 c.407 §24; 1995 c.383 §39]

Source: Section 803.325 — Purchase and use of out-of-state registered vehicle; requirements; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.810 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.810
811.810 Disrupting funeral procession
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of disrupting a funeral procession if:

(a) The person is driving a vehicle that is not a member of the funeral procession and the person drives between the vehicles in a funeral procession; or

(b) The person is driving a vehicle that is not a member of the funeral procession and the person joins the funeral procession in order to be exempt from any rule of the road.

(2) This section does not apply to any emergency vehicle or police vehicle while that vehicle is performing emergency or police duties.

(3) The offense described in this section, disrupting a funeral procession, is a Class D traffic violation. [1991 c.482 §10; 1995 c.383 §4]

Source: Section 811.810 — Disrupting funeral procession; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 824.086 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 824 / Section 824.086
824.086 Designation of hazardous materials and notice requirements
Status: in_force

After consultation with the State Fire Marshal the Department of Transportation shall determine:

(1) What material and quantity thereof the transportation of which is hazardous to public health, safety or welfare and shall designate by rule such materials and quantities as hazardous materials. In defining hazardous materials the department shall adopt definitions in conformity with the federal rules and regulations. Rules adopted under this subsection shall be applicable to any person who transports, or causes to be transported, any hazardous material.

(2) What notification required by ORS 824.082 (Notice of movement of hazardous materials) (1) is necessary to provide for the safe transportation of hazardous materials, including but not limited to the time, content and manner of notification. [Formerly 761.400]

Source: Section 824.086 — Designation of hazardous materials and notice requirements; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors824.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.305 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.305
815.305 Disconnection or alteration of pollution control equipment
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of unlawful disconnection or alteration of pollution control equipment if the person does any of the following:

(a) Disconnects or permits to be disconnected a factory installed motor vehicle air pollution control device or a factory-installed system, as defined in ORS 468A.350 (Definitions for ORS 468A.350 to 468A.400) , or knowingly and willfully permits such device or factory-installed system to become or remain inoperative.

(b) Modifies or alters a certified system or factory-installed system, as defined in ORS 468A.350 (Definitions for ORS 468A.350 to 468A.400) , in a manner that decreases its efficiency or effectiveness in the control of air pollution.

(c) Modifies or alters an installed, approved retrofit technology for which proof of certification has been issued under ORS 468A.810 (Certification of approved retrofit technologies) in a manner that decreases its efficiency or effectiveness in the control of air pollution.

(2) The following exemptions to this section are established:

(a) This section does not apply when factory-installed motor vehicle air pollution control equipment, systems or devices are disconnected for the purpose of conversion to gaseous fuels including, but not limited to, liquefied petroleum gases and natural gases in liquefied or gaseous form.

(b) This section is not intended to prohibit the use of replacement, conversion, turbocharger or other alternative components in a certified or factory-installed system if the components do not significantly affect the efficiency or effectiveness of the system in controlling air pollution.

(3) The offense described in this section, unlawful disconnection or alteration of pollution control equipment, is a Class A misdemeanor, but each day of violation does not constitute a separate offense. [1983 c.338 §506; 2019 c.645 §10]

Source: Section 815.305 — Disconnection or alteration of pollution control equipment; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 802.275 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 802 / Section 802.275
802.275 Emergency contact information
Status: repealed

(1) As used in this section, “emergency situation” means a situation in which the following occurs:

(a) An individual is killed, seriously injured or rendered unconscious and is unable to independently communicate with police officers; and

(b) The individual’s emergency contact information is not otherwise available.

(2) The Department of Transportation shall create an emergency contact information form and make the form available to individuals.

(3) On the form provided by the department, an individual may provide, for inclusion in the records the department maintains under ORS 802.200 (Required records) (8), the individual’s emergency contact information of no more than two persons who are 18 years of age or older.

(4) If the individual is an unmarried minor who is not emancipated, the emergency contact information provided under this section:

(a) Must include one person who is the parent or legal guardian of the individual; and

(b) A parent or guardian may complete or update the individual’s emergency contact information on behalf of the individual.

(5) An individual who submits an emergency contact information form shall complete a statement that states that:

(a) The individual is providing the information voluntarily;

(b) The accuracy of the information supplied on the form is the sole responsibility of the individual; and

(c) The individual authorizes the disclosure to, and use of, the emergency contact information by police officers, during or after an emergency situation, for purposes of contacting those listed about the location and general condition of the individual.

(6) The department shall adopt rules for the administration and implementation of this section, including:

(a) The process for submitting and updating emergency contact information;

(b) The contents of the emergency contact information form; and

(c) Any other rule the department determines is necessary to administer and implement this section. [2021 c.465 §2]

Note: Sections 5 and 6, chapter 465, Oregon Laws 2021, provide:

Sec. 5. (1) The Department of Transportation shall conduct an outreach program to educate individuals about the opportunity to include emergency contact information in an individual’s motor vehicle record under section 2 of this 2021 Act [ 802.275 (Emergency contact information) ]. The outreach program must:

(a) Develop and deploy a communication strategy for dissemination of information that uses a variety of media sources, state agencies, associations and organizations.

(b) Provide communications, including educational materials, in English and in languages other than English that are most commonly spoken by the residents of this state.

(2) To carry out the provisions of this section, the department may enter into a contract with a business or an organization. [2021 c.465 §5]

Sec. 6. Section 5 of this 2021 Act is repealed on January 2, 2025. [2021 c.465 §6]

Source: Section 802.275 — Emergency contact information; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors802.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.015 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.015
801.015 Effect of naming offenses
Status: in_force

The names given offenses in the vehicle code do not establish or limit the elements of the offense described but are merely for the convenience of the readers of the vehicle code and of the persons administering and enforcing the vehicle code. [1983 c.338 §2]

Source: Section 801.015 — Effect of naming offenses , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 819.170 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 819 / Section 819.170
819.170 Notice prior to taking vehicle into custody and towing
Status: in_force

If an authority proposes to take custody of a vehicle under ORS 819.110 (Custody, towing and sale or disposal of abandoned vehicle) , the authority shall provide notice and shall provide an explanation of procedures available for obtaining a hearing under ORS 819.190 (Hearing to contest validity of custody and towing) . Except as otherwise provided under ORS 801.040 (Authority to adopt special provisions) , notice required under this section shall comply with all of the following:

(1) Notice shall be given by affixing a notice to the vehicle with the required information. The notice shall be affixed to the vehicle at least 24 hours before taking the vehicle into custody. The 24-hour period under this subsection includes holidays, Saturdays and Sundays.

(2) Notice shall state all of the following:

(a) That the vehicle will be subject to being taken into custody and towed by the appropriate authority if the vehicle is not removed before the time set by the appropriate authority.

(b) The statute, ordinance or rule violated by the vehicle and under which the vehicle will be towed.

(c) The place where the vehicle will be held in custody or the telephone number and address of the appropriate authority that will provide the information.

(d) That the vehicle, if taken into custody and towed by the appropriate authority, will be subject to towing and storage charges and that a lien will attach to the vehicle and its contents.

(e) That the vehicle will be sold to satisfy the costs of towing and storage if the charges are not paid.

(f) That the owner, possessor or person having an interest in the vehicle is entitled to a hearing, before the vehicle is impounded, to contest the proposed custody and towing if a hearing is timely requested.

(g) That the owner, possessor or person having an interest in the vehicle may also challenge the reasonableness of any towing and storage charges at the hearing.

(h) The time within which a hearing must be requested and the method for requesting a hearing. [1983 c.338 §423; 1985 c.316 §3; 1993 c.385 §§7,7a; 1995 c.758 §13; 2009 c.371 §11]

Source: Section 819.170 — Notice prior to taking vehicle into custody and towing; methods; contents , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors819.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.284 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.284
815.284 Violation of electric personal assistive mobility device equipment requirements
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of violation of electric personal assistive mobility device equipment requirements if the person:

(a) Operates an electric personal assistive mobility device during times of limited visibility conditions and the electric personal assistive mobility device or the operator is not equipped with and using the following:

(A) A white light visible from a distance of at least 500 feet to the front and sides of the electric personal assistive mobility device; and

(B) A red reflector, lighting device or material of such size or characteristic as to be visible from all distances up to 600 feet to the rear when the electric personal assistive mobility device is directly in front of lawful lower beams of headlights on a motor vehicle; or

(b) Installs or uses any siren or whistle upon an electric personal assistive mobility device.

(2) Nothing in this section prohibits the use of additional parts and accessories not inconsistent with this section.

(3) The offense described in this section, violation of electric personal assistive mobility device equipment requirements, is a Class D traffic violation. [2003 c.341 §10]

Source: Section 815.284 — Violation of electric personal assistive mobility device equipment requirements; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.200 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.200
807.200 Types of permit
Status: in_force

(1) The following permits may be issued as restricted Class C licenses:

(a) Disability golf cart driver permits described under ORS 807.210 (Disability golf cart permit) .

(b) Emergency driver permits described under ORS 807.220 (Emergency driver permit) .

(c) Special student driver permits described under ORS 807.230 (Special student driver permit) .

(2) Hardship driver permits described under ORS 807.240 (Hardship permit) may be issued as Class C licenses. Restrictions on the license are as provided under ORS 807.240 (Hardship permit) .

(3) Instruction driver permits described under ORS 807.280 (Instruction driver permit) may be issued for a Class C license.

(4) Motorcycle instruction driver permits described under ORS 807.280 (Instruction driver permit) may be issued only to persons having a commercial driver license or a Class C license.

(5) Commercial learner driver permits described under ORS 807.285 (Commercial learner driver permit) may be issued for Class A, Class B or Class C commercial driving privileges. [1985 c.608 §8b; 1987 c.801 §2; 1989 c.636 §25; 2003 c.160 §1; 2013 c.237 §44; 2018 c.76 §7]

Source: Section 807.200 — Types of permit , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.155 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.155
815.155 Unlawful use of device without wheels
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of unlawful use of devices without wheels if the person does any of the following:

(a) Drives or moves on a highway any sled or other device that does not move exclusively on revolving wheels or rotating tracks in contact with the surface of the highway and that has a loaded weight in excess of 500 pounds.

(b) Owns a sled or other device that does not move exclusively on revolving wheels or rotating tracks in contact with the surface of the highway and that has a loaded weight in excess of 500 pounds and causes or permits the sled or device to be driven or moved on a highway. Operation of any sled or device in violation of this section is prima facie evidence that the owner of the sled or device caused or permitted the sled or device to be so operated and the owner shall be liable for any penalties imposed under subsection (4) of this section.

(2) The application of this section is subject to the following exemptions:

(a) This section does not apply on any way, thoroughfare or place owned by a district formed under ORS chapters 545, 547, 551 or a corporation formed under ORS chapter 554.

(b) This section does not apply on any road or thoroughfare or property in private ownership or any road or thoroughfare, other than a state highway or county road, used pursuant to any agreement with any agency of the United States or with a licensee of such agency or both.

(c) Operations authorized under the terms of a variance permit issued under ORS 818.200 (Authority to issue variance permits) are subject to the terms of the permit. It is a defense to any charge of violation of this section if the person so charged produces a variance permit issued under ORS 818.200 (Authority to issue variance permits) authorizing the operation issued prior to and valid at the time of the offense.

(d) This section does not apply to any vehicle, combination of vehicles, article, machine or other equipment while being used by the federal government, the State of Oregon, or any county or incorporated city in the construction, maintenance or repair of public highways and at the immediate location or site of such construction, maintenance or repair.

(e) This section does not apply to vehicles while being used on the roads of a road authority by mass transit districts for the purposes authorized under ORS 267.010 (Definitions for ORS 267.010 to 267.394) to 267.394 (Investment of certain funds held by TriMet) , provided the operation is approved by the road authority for that road.

(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, unlawful use of devices without wheels, is a Class C traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §477; 1985 c.16 §249; 1985 c.393 §18]

Source: Section 815.155 — Unlawful use of device without wheels; exemptions; civil liability; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.130 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.130
811.130 Impeding traffic
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of impeding traffic if the person drives a motor vehicle or a combination of motor vehicles in a manner that impedes or blocks the normal and reasonable movement of traffic.

(2) A person is not in violation of the offense described under this section if the person is proceeding in a manner needed for safe operation.

(3) Proceeding in a manner needed for safe operation includes but is not necessarily limited to:

(a) Momentarily stopping to allow oncoming traffic to pass before making a right-hand or left-hand turn.

(b) Momentarily stopping in preparation of, or moving at an extremely slow pace while, negotiating an exit from the road.

(4) A person is not in violation of the offense described under this section if the person is proceeding as part of a funeral procession under the direction of a funeral escort vehicle or a funeral lead vehicle.

(5) The offense described in this section, impeding traffic, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §569; 1985 c.16 §288; 1989 c.433 §1; 1991 c.482 §18; 1995 c.383 §45]

Source: Section 811.130 — Impeding traffic; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.170 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.170
801.170 “Business district.”
Status: in_force

“Business district” means the territory contiguous to a highway when 50 percent or more of the frontage thereon for a distance of 600 feet or more on one side, or 300 feet or more on both sides, is occupied by buildings used for business. [1983 c.338 §26]

Source: Section 801.170 — “Business district.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.585 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.585
803.585 Registration fees in lieu of certain other taxes and licenses
Status: in_force

(1) Except as otherwise provided in this section or ORS 801.041 (Terms and conditions for imposition of registration fee by county) or 801.042 (Terms and conditions for imposition of registration fee by district) , the registration fees under the vehicle code are in lieu of all other taxes and licenses, except municipal license fees under regulatory ordinances, imposed on vehicles, the owners of such vehicles or the use of or any privilege related to such vehicles. Fixed load vehicles are not exempt from ad valorem taxation by this section.

(2) Travel trailers subject to registration and titling under the vehicle code are not subject to ad valorem taxation, but may be reclassified as manufactured structures and made subject to taxation as provided in ORS 308.880 (Travel or special use trailer eligible for ad valorem taxation upon application of owner) .

(3) This section does not apply to the privilege tax imposed under ORS 320.405 (Tax for privilege of engaging in business of selling motor vehicles at retail) or the use tax imposed under ORS 320.410 (Tax on use in Oregon of motor vehicles purchased out of state at retail) . [1983 c.338 §221; 1989 c.864 §8; 1991 c.459 §438h; 2003 c.655 §115; 2017 c.750 §117]

Source: Section 803.585 — Registration fees in lieu of certain other taxes and licenses; exemptions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.117 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.117
825.117 Certificate for emergency transportation services
Status: in_force

(1) If any condition or emergency arises requiring relief in cases of general epidemic, pestilence or other calamitous visitation in the state or any community therein, wherein the public or community interest or the transportation of any persons or household goods requires, in the opinion of the Department of Transportation, the issuance of a certificate for emergency transportation services, the department may issue a certificate for emergency transportation services, the term of which shall be limited to a reasonable time to be determined by the department under the circumstances.

(2) The department may issue a certificate for emergency transportation services donated for the benefit of a charitable organization, if the services are transportation of persons or household goods and the services are not of a type ordinarily required in the operation of the organization. Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, a certificate issued pursuant to this subsection shall be issued without charge to the applicant. As used in this subsection “charitable organization” means any person organized and existing for religious or medical purposes or any political subdivision of this state.

(3) The emergency authority issued under this section does not convey any right to permanent authority and is not evidence of a need for permanent authority. [Formerly 767.170; 2009 c.433 §7]

Source: Section 825.117 — Certificate for emergency transportation services , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 819.185 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 819 / Section 819.185
819.185 Procedure for vehicles that have no identification markings
Status: in_force

If there is no vehicle identification number on a vehicle and there are no registration plates and no other markings through which the Department of Transportation could identify the owner of the vehicle, then an authority otherwise required to provide notice under ORS 819.170 (Notice prior to taking vehicle into custody and towing) or 819.180 (Notice after taking into custody and towing) is not required to provide such notice and the vehicle may be towed and disposed of as though notice and an opportunity for a hearing had been given. [1995 c.758 §22; 2009 c.371 §13]

Source: Section 819.185 — Procedure for vehicles that have no identification markings , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors819.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 822.084 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 822 / Section 822.084
822.084 Show license
Status: in_force

(1) A person who organizes a show, as defined in ORS 822.083 (“Show” defined) , shall apply to the Department of Transportation at least 30 days prior to the commencement of the show for a show license for each recreational vehicle dealer participating in the show. The application must include for each dealer participating in the show the name under which the business is being conducted and the street address, city and county of the dealer’s place of business, both as listed in the dealer certificate application described in ORS 822.025 (Application contents) .

(2) A person who receives a show license from the department shall pay the fee for a show license established under ORS 822.700 (Certification fees) .

(3) The department may adopt all rules necessary and proper for the administration and enforcement of ORS 822.082 (“Recreational vehicle service facility” defined) to 822.084 (Show license) . [2001 c.172 §3; 2013 c.372 §1]

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

Source: Section 822.084 — Show license; fee; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors822.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.416 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.416
814.416 Improper entry into intersection controlled by flashing red signal
Status: in_force

(1) A person operating a bicycle who is approaching an intersection where traffic is controlled by a flashing red signal may, without violating ORS 811.265 (Driver failure to obey traffic control device) , do any of the following without stopping if the person slows the bicycle to a safe speed:

(a) Proceed through the intersection.

(b) Make a right or left turn into a two-way street.

(c) Make a right or left turn into a one-way street in the direction of traffic upon the one-way street.

(2) A person commits the offense of improper entry into an intersection where traffic is controlled by a flashing red signal if the person does any of the following while proceeding as described in subsection (1) of this section:

(a) Fails to yield the right of way to traffic lawfully within the intersection or approaching so close as to constitute an immediate hazard;

(b) Disobeys the directions of a police officer;

(c) Fails to exercise care to avoid an accident; or

(d) Fails to yield the right of way to a pedestrian in an intersection or crosswalk under ORS 811.028 (Failure to stop and remain stopped for pedestrian) .

(3) The offense described in this section, improper entry into an intersection where traffic is controlled by a flashing red signal, is a Class D traffic violation. [2019 c.683 §3]

Source: Section 814.416 — Improper entry into intersection controlled by flashing red signal; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.255 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.255
801.255 “Driving privilege.”
Status: in_force

“Driving privilege” means the grant of authority by a jurisdiction to a person that allows that person to drive a vehicle on highways within that jurisdiction. Driving privileges grant authority to a person not to a vehicle. The driving privilege includes any such grant of authority whether or not documents are issued as evidence of the authority. In this state, driving privileges may be granted under:

(1) A license as defined under ORS 801.207 (“Commercial driver license” and “commercial driving privileges.”) and 801.245 (“Driver license.”) .

(2) Driver permits as described in ORS 801.250 (“Driver permit.”) .

(3) The driving privileges established under ORS 807.020 (Exemptions from requirement to have Oregon license or permit) .

(4) Any endorsement of a license or driver permit or limitations on a license or driver permit that allows a person to operate a motor vehicle. [1983 c.338 §42; 1989 c.636 §8; 2003 c.14 §458]

Source: Section 801.255 — “Driving privilege.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 826.017 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 826 / Section 826.017
826.017 Registration fees for proportionally registered vehicles
Status: in_force

Registration fees for vehicles registered under ORS 826.009 (Proportional registration of commercial vehicles) , 826.011 (Proportional fleet registration) or 826.031 (Registration for certain vehicles subject to weight mile tax and not otherwise registered) are as provided in ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) for vehicles of the same class. The fees are for an entire registration period and are payable when a vehicle is registered and upon renewal of registration. The Department of Transportation shall apportion any fee under this section to reflect the number of quarters registered. [Formerly 768.015]

Source: Section 826.017 — Registration fees for proportionally registered vehicles , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors826.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 818.060 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 818 / Section 818.060
818.060 Violation of administratively imposed weight or size limits
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of violation of administratively imposed weight or size limits if the person does any of the following:

(a) Drives or moves on a highway any vehicle or combination of vehicles that exceeds weight or size limits imposed under ORS 810.050 (Increase or decrease in size or weight limits on highways if federal mandate allows or requires) or 810.060 (Increase in weight or size if highway found capable of supporting increase) .

(b) Owns a vehicle or combination of vehicles and causes or permits the vehicle or combination of vehicles to be driven or moved on a highway when the vehicle or combination of vehicles exceeds weight or size limits imposed under ORS 810.050 (Increase or decrease in size or weight limits on highways if federal mandate allows or requires) or 810.060 (Increase in weight or size if highway found capable of supporting increase) . 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 818.070 (Exemptions from administratively imposed weight or size limitations) .

(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, violation of administratively imposed weight or size limits, is subject to penalty as follows:

(a) Violation of any size limit is subject to penalty under the schedule of penalties in ORS 818.420 (Penalties for certain violations) .

(b) Violation of any weight limit is subject to penalty under Schedule I of the penalties in ORS 818.430 (Penalties for violation of weight requirements) . [1983 c.338 §512; 1987 c.158 §172]

Source: Section 818.060 — Violation of administratively imposed weight or size limits; civil liability; penalties , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors818.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.136 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.136
803.136 Mandatory rejection, return or invalidation of record by department
Status: in_force

The Department of Transportation shall reject, return or subsequently invalidate a transitional ownership record if:

(1) More than 30 days have elapsed between the date of sale or if no sale is involved, the date the contract or security interest being perfected was signed and the date the transitional ownership record is received by the department;

(2) The transitional ownership record does not contain all of the information specified in ORS 801.562 (“Transitional ownership record.”) ;

(3) It is determined that persons named on the transitional ownership record as having a security interest did not have a security interest on the date the transitional ownership record was received;

(4) It is determined the person who submitted the transitional ownership record made false statements in completing the transitional ownership record;

(5) The department does not receive the primary ownership record within 90 days from the date of sale or if no sale is involved, from the date the security agreement or contract was signed;

(6) The security interest holder or person submitting the transitional ownership record elects to retain it, requests it be returned or requests that the transitional ownership record be withdrawn; or

(7) The information on or in the transitional ownership record has been changed or altered in a manner that is not acceptable to the department. [1989 c.927 §9; 1993 c.233 §44; 1995 c.309 §2; 1999 c.818 §2; 2005 c.261 §2]

Source: Section 803.136 — Mandatory rejection, return or invalidation of record by department , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.500 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.500
807.500 Unlawful production of certain documents
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of unlawful production of identification cards, licenses, permits, forms or camera cards if the person, without the authority of the Department of Transportation, advertises for the production of, produces in any way or causes to be produced any facsimiles of the identification cards, licenses, permits, forms or camera cards upon which the department issues identification cards, licenses or driver permits under the vehicle code.

(2) The offense described in this section, unlawful production of identification cards, licenses, permits, forms or camera cards, is a Class C felony.

(3) It is an affirmative defense to violating subsection (1) of this section that the person charged with the offense was under 21 years of age at the time of committing the offense and the person produced an identification card, license or permit solely for the purpose of enabling the person to purchase alcohol, tobacco products as defined in ORS 431A.175 (Definitions) or inhalant delivery systems as defined in ORS 431A.175 (Definitions) . [1983 c.338 §330; 1985 c.597 §19; 1993 c.393 §3; 2003 c.633 §1; 2015 c.158 §27; 2017 c.701 §17]

Source: Section 807.500 — Unlawful production of certain documents; affirmative defense; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.109 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.109
811.109 Penalties for speed violations
Status: in_force

(1) Violation of a specific speed limit imposed under law or of a posted speed limit is punishable as follows:

(a) One to 10 miles per hour in excess of the speed limit is a Class D traffic violation.

(b) 11 to 20 miles per hour in excess of the speed limit is a Class C traffic violation.

(c) 21 to 30 miles per hour in excess of the speed limit is a Class B traffic violation.

(d) Over 30 miles per hour in excess of the speed limit is a Class A traffic violation.

(2) Notwithstanding subsection (1) of this section, if the speed limit is 65 miles per hour or greater and:

(a) The person is exceeding the speed limit by 10 miles per hour or less, the offense is a Class C traffic violation.

(b) The person is exceeding the speed limit by more than 10 miles per hour but not more than 20 miles per hour, the offense is a Class B traffic violation.

(c) The person is exceeding the speed limit by more than 20 miles per hour, the offense is a Class A traffic violation.

(3) Violation of the basic speed rule by exceeding a designated speed posted under ORS 810.180 (Designation of maximum speeds) is punishable as follows:

(a) One to 10 miles per hour in excess of the designated speed is a Class D traffic violation.

(b) 11 to 20 miles per hour in excess of the designated speed is a Class C traffic violation.

(c) 21 to 30 miles per hour in excess of the designated speed is a Class B traffic violation.

(d) Over 30 miles per hour in excess of the designated speed is a Class A traffic violation.

(4) In addition to a fine imposed under subsection (1), (2) or (3) of this section, a court may order a suspension of driving privileges for up to 30 days if a person exceeds a speed limit or designated speed by more than 30 miles per hour and the person has received at least one prior conviction under ORS 811.100 (Violation of basic speed rule) or 811.111 (Violating a speed limit) within 12 months of the date of the current offense.

(5) Notwithstanding subsections (1) to (3) of this section, if a person drives 100 miles per hour or greater when the person commits a violation described in this section, the person commits a specific fine traffic violation. The presumptive fine for a violation under this subsection is $1,150, and upon conviction the court shall order a suspension of driving privileges for not less than 30 days nor more than 90 days.

(6) When a court orders a suspension under subsection (4) or (5) of this section, the court shall prepare and send to the Department of Transportation an order of suspension of driving privileges of the person. Upon receipt of an order under this subsection, the department shall take action as directed under ORS 809.280 (Department procedures following court order of suspension or revocation) . [1995 c.383 §14; 2003 c.819 §17; 2005 c.491 §1; 2011 c.597 §§96,319]

Source: Section 811.109 — Penalties for speed violations , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.505 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.505
803.505 Failure to carry registration card
Status: in_force

(1) The owner of a vehicle that is registered in this state commits the offense of failure to carry a registration card if the owner does not place and keep the card in or on the vehicle in a manner that makes it readily available for police inspection upon request.

(2) The following apply to the offense described in this section:

(a) The owner of a commercial vehicle is not in violation of this section if a photocopy of the card is used.

(b) In the case of a camper, the owner shall keep the registration card in the transporting vehicle.

(c) In the case of a snowmobile the registration card or certificate shall be in a place that is readily accessible whether or not the snowmobile is in operation.

(3) The offense described in this section, failure to carry a registration card, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §255; 1987 c.217 §3; 1989 c.991 §27; 1993 c.751 §94; 1995 c.383 §40; 1995 c.774 §13; 1999 c.977 §21]

Source: Section 803.505 — Failure to carry registration card; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.405 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.405
807.405 Applicant temporary identification card
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation shall provide for the issuance of applicant temporary identification cards in a manner consistent with this section.

(2) The department may issue an applicant temporary identification card to an applicant while the department is determining all facts relative to the application for an identification card.

(3) An applicant temporary identification card is valid for a period of 30 days from the date issued. The department may extend the term of the applicant temporary identification card for sufficient cause. An extension of the term of the applicant temporary identification card may not exceed an additional 30 days.

(4) An applicant temporary identification card automatically becomes invalid if the applicant’s identification card is issued or refused for good cause.

(5) The department may not charge a fee for issuance of an applicant temporary identification card under this section. [2005 c.775 §10; 2008 c.1 §28; 2011 c.9 §99; 2011 c.282 §5; 2019 c.701 §22]

Source: Section 807.405 — Applicant temporary identification card; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.040 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.040
807.040 Requirements for issuance
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation shall issue a driver license to any person who complies with all of the following requirements:

(a) The person must complete an application for a license under ORS 807.050 (Application) .

(b) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(A) As required by ORS 807.021 (Proof of Social Security number) , a person applying for a driver license or driver permit must provide the Social Security number assigned to the person by the United States Social Security Administration or a written statement that the person has not been assigned a Social Security number.

(B) As used in this paragraph, a “driver license” or “driver permit” means a driver license or driver permit that is not a:

(i) Real ID;

(ii) Commercial driver license; or

(iii) Commercial learner driver permit.

(c) The person must submit to collection of biometric data by the department that establish the identity of the person as described in ORS 807.024 (Collection of biometric data) .

(d) The person must not be ineligible for the license under ORS 807.060 (Eligibility) and must be eligible for the license under ORS 807.062 (Domicile or residency requirement for driver license) .

(e) The person must successfully pass all examination requirements under ORS 807.070 (Examinations) for the class of license sought.

(f) The person must pay the appropriate license fee under ORS 807.370 (License, endorsement and permit fees) for the class of license sought.

(g) The person must pay the Student Driver Training Fund eligibility fee.

(h) If the application is for a commercial driver license, the person must be the holder of a Class C license or any higher class of license.

(i) If the application is for a commercial driver license, the department must have received and recorded, in a form approved by the department, the report of a medical examination that establishes that the person meets the medical requirements to operate a commercial motor vehicle. The department, by rule, shall establish medical requirements for purposes of this paragraph. The medical requirements established under this paragraph may include any requirements the department determines are necessary for the safe operation of vehicles permitted to be operated under the class of license for which the requirements are established.

(j) If the application is for a Real ID commercial driver license or a commercial driver license that is not a Real ID, the person must:

(A) Have at least one year’s driving experience, including relevant experience obtained in the military;

(B) Not be subject to a lifetime suspension of commercial driving privileges under ORS 809.520 (Lifetime suspension of commercial driving privileges) ;

(C) Not be otherwise ineligible to hold a commercial driver license;

(D) Hold a commercial learner driver permit if the person must complete a skills demonstration under ORS 807.070 (Examinations) (3);

(E) 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 is a citizen of a country with a Compact of Free Association with the United States; and

(F) Provide the Social Security number assigned to the person by the United States Social Security Administration for verification by the department with the administration.

(k) The person must present acceptable documents to prove identity, date of birth and address. The department shall determine by rule which documents are acceptable to prove identity, date of birth and address.

(L) If the application is for a Real ID, the person must comply with the requirements under the vehicle code for issuance of Real IDs.

(2) Except as provided in subsection (3) of this section, acceptable documents to prove identity, date of birth or address under subsection (1)(k) of this section when a person is applying for a driver license, driver permit or identification card that is not a Real ID, a commercial driver license, or a commercial learner driver permit, include but are not limited to the following:

(a) An unexpired valid passport from the person’s country of citizenship;

(b) An unexpired valid consular identification document issued by the consulate of the person’s country of citizenship, if the department determines that the procedure used in issuing the consular identification document is sufficient to prove the person’s identity;

(c) A driver license, driver permit or identification card issued by this state that expired not more than 13 years from the date of the current application; or

(d) A driver license, driver permit or identification card issued by another state that:

(A) Is unexpired; or

(B) Expired not more than one year from the date of the current application.

(3) The department may refuse to accept any document described in subsection (2) of this section that is presented as proof of identity, date of birth or address, if the department has reason to believe that:

(a) The document is fraudulent, has been altered or does not belong to the person presenting the document; or

(b) The procedures used by the agency that issued the document are no longer sufficient for proving a person’s identity or date of birth.

(4) Subsection (1)(j)(E) of this section does not apply to a limited term commercial driver license or a limited term commercial learner driver permit issued under ORS 807.730 (Issuance of limited term driver licenses, permits and identification cards) .

(5) The department shall work with other agencies and organizations to attempt to improve the issuance system for driver licenses. [1983 c.338 §301; 1985 c.16 §124; 1985 c.182 §2; 1985 c.608 §14a; 1989 c.636 §16; 1991 c.709 §1; 1993 c.751 §34; 2001 c.668 §8; 2005 c.22 §515; 2005 c.649 §15; 2005 c.775 §6; 2008 c.1 §§9,10; 2011 c.282 §2; 2012 c.43 §30; 2013 c.237 §38; 2017 c.190 §5; 2017 c.306 §4; 2017 c.568 §14; 2019 c.701 §§3,4]

Source: Section 807.040 — Requirements for issuance; rules; fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.485 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.485
807.485 Public information program
Status: in_force

The Department of Transportation shall develop a public information program to educate driver license, driver permit and identification card applicants and the general public about:

(1) The differences between Real IDs and driver licenses, driver permits or identification cards that are not Real IDs, including but not limited to information about cost, document storage and function.

(2) Alternatives to obtaining a Real ID to access federal facilities and board federally regulated commercial aircraft. [2017 c.568 §10]

Source: Section 807.485 — Public information program , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 823.101 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 823 / Section 823.101
823.101 Duty of carrier to issue bill of lading on intrastate shipments
Status: in_force

(1) Any for-hire carrier, railroad or transportation company receiving property for transportation wholly within this state, from one point in this state to another point in this state, shall issue in accordance with the applicable provisions of ORS chapter 77 a receipt or bill of lading therefor, and shall be liable to the lawful holder thereof for any loss, damage or injury to such property caused by it, or by any common carrier to which such property may be delivered, or over whose line or lines such property may pass, when transported on a through bill of lading. No contract, receipt, rule, regulation or other limitation of any character whatsoever shall exempt such for-hire carrier, railroad or transportation company from such liability.

(2) Any for-hire carrier, railroad or transportation company so receiving property for transportation wholly within this state shall be liable to the lawful holder of such receipt or bill of lading, or to any party entitled to recover thereon, whether such receipt or bill of lading has been issued or not, for the full actual loss, damage or injury to such property caused by it, or by any common carrier to which such property may be delivered, or over whose line such property may pass when transported on a through bill of lading, notwithstanding any limitation of liability or limitation of the amount of recovery, or representation or agreement as to value in any such receipt or bill of lading, or in any contract, rule or regulation, or in any tariff filed with the Department of Transportation; and any such limitation, irrespective of the manner or form in which it is sought to be made, is unlawful and void.

(3) The provisions of subsection (2) of this section respecting liability for full actual loss, damage or injury, shall not apply:

(a) To baggage carried on passenger trains or boats, or trains or boats carrying passengers.

(b) To property, except ordinary livestock, concerning which the carrier is expressly authorized or required by order of the Department of Transportation to establish and maintain rates dependent upon the value declared in writing by the shipper or agreed upon in writing as the released value of the property. “Ordinary livestock” includes all cattle, swine, sheep, goats, horses and mules, except such as are chiefly used for breeding, racing, show purposes or other special uses.

(4) The Department of Transportation may make the order referred to in subsection (3)(b) of this section in cases where rates dependent upon and varying with declared or agreed values would, in the opinion of the department, be just and reasonable under the circumstances and conditions surrounding the transportation. Any tariff schedule filed with the department pursuant to such order shall contain specific reference thereto and may establish rates varying with the value so declared and agreed upon. [Formerly 771.010; 1997 c.249 §241]

Source: Section 823.101 — Duty of carrier to issue bill of lading on intrastate shipments; liability of carrier to holder for damage to shipment , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors823.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.489 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.489
814.489 Use of evidence of lack of protective headgear on bicyclist
Status: in_force

Evidence of violation of ORS 814.485 (Failure to wear protective headgear) or 814.486 (Endangering bicycle operator or passenger) and evidence of lack of protective headgear shall not be admissible, applicable or effective to reduce the amount of damages or to constitute a defense to an action for damages brought by or on behalf of an injured bicyclist or bicycle passenger or the survivors of a deceased bicyclist or passenger if the bicyclist or passenger was injured or killed as a result in whole or in part of the fault of another. [1993 c.408 §8]

Source: Section 814.489 — Use of evidence of lack of protective headgear on bicyclist , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.164 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.164
807.164 Commercial driving privileges
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation, in accordance with a concurrent federal waiver, may modify or waive the requirements found in ORS 807.040 (Requirements for issuance) , 807.060 (Eligibility) , 807.070 (Examinations) , 807.100 (Proof of medical qualification) , 807.120 (Restrictions generally) , 807.173 (Additional requirements for hazardous materials endorsement) or 807.285 (Commercial learner driver permit) when issuing, renewing or replacing a commercial driver license or commercial learner driver permit.

(2) Notwithstanding ORS 807.130 (Expiration) , 807.135 (Expiration of license held by Oregon National Guard member or military reservist) , 807.137 (Expiration of license held by person volunteering outside of United States) and 807.140 (Notice prior to expiration) , the Department of Transportation, in accordance with a concurrent federal waiver, may provide that an expired commercial driver license or commercial learner driver permit remains valid and grants driving privileges for an amount of time as determined by the department in rule.

(3) The department shall adopt rules necessary to carry out the provisions of this section. [2022 c.55 §15]

Source: Section 807.164 — Commercial driving privileges; federal waiver; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 810.022 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 810 / Section 810.022
810.022 Authorizing use of vehicles in parades
Status: in_force

A road authority, on its own highways, may allow a person to use a vehicle that is otherwise prohibited from operating on the highways of this state if:

(1) The person is operating the vehicle in a parade;

(2) The vehicle is operated with the approval of and under the conditions imposed by the road authority; and

(3) The vehicle complies with vehicle weight and size limits established by federal or state statute or rule. [2023 c.545 §6]

Source: Section 810.022 — Authorizing use of vehicles in parades , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors810.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.193 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.193
801.193 “Class II all-terrain vehicle.”
Status: in_force

“Class II all-terrain vehicle” means any motor vehicle that:

(1) Weighs more than or is wider than a Class I all-terrain vehicle;

(2) Is designed for or capable of cross-country travel on or immediately over land, water, sand, snow, ice, marsh, swampland or other natural terrain;

(3) Is actually being operated off a highway or is being operated on a highway for agricultural purposes under ORS 821.191 (Operation of Class I, Class II or Class IV all-terrain vehicle on highway) ; and

(4) Is not a Class IV all-terrain vehicle. [1987 c.587 §2; 2005 c.227 §1; 2007 c.207 §1; 2011 c.360 §2]

Source: Section 801.193 — “Class II all-terrain vehicle.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 821.080 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 821 / Section 821.080
821.080 Issuance
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation shall issue snowmobile registration to a qualified owner. To qualify for issuance of registration under this section:

(a) The owner must complete the application in the manner and in a form the department prescribes.

(b) The application shall state the name and address of each owner of the snowmobile to be registered.

(c) The application shall contain proof of title.

(d) The fee established under ORS 821.320 (Snowmobile registration and permit fees) for registration of a snowmobile must be paid.

(2) Dealers issued certificates under ORS 822.020 (Issuance and renewal of certificate) who sell snowmobiles shall accept application and fees for registration from each purchaser of a new or used snowmobile that is required to be registered in this state. The department shall adopt rules for the implementation of this subsection.

(3) The department shall not issue any registration for a snowmobile unless the snowmobile has been issued a title in compliance with ORS 821.060 (Issuance) and 821.070 (Failure to title) .

(4) Snowmobile registration and renewal of registration are valid for a period of two years after which time the registration expires.

(5) Upon qualification for registration, the department shall do the following:

(a) Register the snowmobile.

(b) Assign a registration number to the snowmobile. The registration number assigned at the time of original registration shall remain with that vehicle until the vehicle is destroyed, abandoned or permanently removed from this state, or until changed or terminated by the department.

(c) Issue and deliver to the registered owner a certificate of registration in a form to be determined by the department.

(d) At the time of original registration and at the time of each subsequent renewal thereof, issue to the registrant a date tag or tags indicating the validity of the current registration and the expiration date thereof.

(6) A snowmobile registration is not valid unless a validating tag and current registration certificate have been issued.

(7) The department shall provide procedures necessary for renewal of snowmobile registration consistent with this section and ORS 821.110 (Failure to renew snowmobile registration) and 821.320 (Snowmobile registration and permit fees) .

(8) The department may adopt rules specifying additional requirements and procedures for registration of snowmobiles. Requirements and procedures adopted under this subsection shall be designed to assure that except as otherwise provided in this chapter, the registration of snowmobiles is administered in the same manner and has the same effect as the registration of vehicles under ORS chapter 803. [1983 c.338 §716; 1985 c.16 §348; 1985 c.459 §9; 1987 c.217 §9; 1987 c.261 §12; 1989 c.991 §8; 1993 c.751 §80; 1995 c.774 §17; 1999 c.977 §28]

Source: Section 821.080 — Issuance; qualifications; duration; certificate; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors821.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.484 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.484
825.484 Effect of carrier tax law on other taxes
Status: in_force

(1) The fees or taxes listed in ORS 825.474 (Motor carrier tax for use of highways) , 825.476 (Carrier tax tables) and 825.480 (Substitute taxes for certain vehicles) shall be in addition to, and not in lieu of, other fees and taxes of the state, county or municipality which may be imposed, levied, assessed or collected against the business or property of such carrier. This section does not authorize the imposition of license fees by municipalities upon intercity carriers, or deprive any city within which a passenger motor vehicle, having a seating capacity of not more than seven passengers, is principally operated for hire, from imposing and collecting license fees upon and from such motor vehicle, or the owner or operator thereof, as to such portion of its operations as are wholly within the corporate limits of such city.

(2) ORS 319.510 (Short title) to 319.880 (Disposition of moneys) do not apply to vehicles or fuels used therein when the vehicles are subject to, and report and pay:

(a) The tax for the use of Oregon highways based upon the combined weight of the vehicle and in accordance with the weight group rates prescribed in ORS 825.474 (Motor carrier tax for use of highways) , 825.476 (Carrier tax tables) and 825.480 (Substitute taxes for certain vehicles) ; or

(b) The road use assessment fee required under ORS 818.225 (Road use assessment fee for single-trip nondivisible load permittee) .

(3) When an audit of the operations of a carrier shows that the use fuel taxes reported and paid under ORS chapter 319 should have been reported and paid under this chapter, or that fees or taxes reported and paid under this chapter should have been reported and paid under ORS chapter 319, the fees or taxes erroneously reported and paid under one chapter need not be refunded but may be considered an offset of fees or taxes due under the other chapter. [Formerly 767.830; 2015 c.77 §3]

Source: Section 825.484 — Effect of carrier tax law on other taxes; offset of fees or taxes erroneously paid , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.017 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.017
813.017 Arraignment
Status: in_force

When a person is arraigned on a charge of driving while under the influence of intoxicants in violation of ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) , a court shall ensure that the defendant submits to booking, if the person has not already been booked on that charge. [2015 c.145 §2]

Source: Section 813.017 — Arraignment; booking , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.600 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.600
801.600 “Vehicle identification number.”
Status: in_force

“Vehicle identification number” means a distinguishing number assigned and affixed to a vehicle or vehicle component, such as an engine or transmission or other severable portion of a vehicle, by the manufacturer or under ORS 819.400 (Assignment of numbers) for the purpose of providing identification for the vehicle or vehicle component. [1983 c.338 §111]

Source: Section 801.600 — “Vehicle identification number.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.494 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.494
825.494 Assessment by department upon failure to report tax or fee due
Status: in_force

(1) If any person neglects or refuses to make a fee or tax report as required by this chapter, the Department of Transportation shall make a proposed assessment, based upon any information available to the department, for the period for which such person failed to make a report, of the amount of taxes and fees, including fees for temporary passes required under ORS 825.470 (Temporary pass) , due for the period for which such proposed assessment is made.

(2) Each assessment shall bear interest at the rate of one percent per month, or fraction thereof, from the last day of the month following the close of the month for which the assessment is imposed until paid.

(3) There shall be added to every such assessment a penalty of 25 percent of the amount thereof.

(4) The department shall give to such person written notice of such assessment.

(5) Whenever the department has made an assessment pursuant to this section that has become final the department may not reopen or reassess such taxes, fees, interest or penalties unless the department is satisfied that the taxpayer fraudulently or with intent to evade taxation destroyed, concealed or withheld any books, accounts, papers, records or memoranda required to be maintained by a person subject to this chapter or the rules of the department. [Formerly 767.850; 2007 c.71 §247]

Source: Section 825.494 — Assessment by department upon failure to report tax or fee due , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 823.991 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 823 / Section 823.991
823.991 Penalties
Status: in_force

(1) Any motor carrier or railroad that fails to comply with an order or subpoena issued pursuant to ORS 823.025 (Maintaining and producing records) shall pay a civil penalty, for each day it so fails, of not less than $50 nor more than $500.

(2) Except where a penalty is otherwise provided by law, any motor carrier or railroad shall pay a civil penalty of not less than $100 nor more than $10,000 for each time that the motor carrier or railroad:

(a) Violates any statute regarding motor carriers or railroads, as appropriate, administered by the Department of Transportation;

(b) Does any act prohibited, or fails to perform any duty enjoined upon the motor carrier or railroad;

(c) Fails to obey any lawful requirement or order made by the department; or

(d) Fails to obey any judgment made by any court upon the application of the department.

(3) Violation of ORS 823.029 (Failure to furnish requested information) is punishable after issuance of a final order by the department, by a civil penalty of not less than $1,000 for each offense. A penalty of not less than $500 nor more than $1,000 shall be recovered from the motor carrier or railroad for each such offense when such officer, agent or employee acted in obedience to the direction, instruction or request of the motor carrier or railroad, or any general officer thereof.

(4) Violation of ORS 823.029 (Failure to furnish requested information) is a Class A violation.

(5) Violation of ORS 823.051 (Interference with department equipment) is a Class C misdemeanor. Any motor carrier or railroad that knowingly permits the violation of ORS 823.051 (Interference with department equipment) shall forfeit, upon conviction, not more than $1,000 for each offense.

(6) In construing and enforcing this section, the act, omission or failure of any officer, agent or other person acting for or employed by any motor carrier or railroad shall in every case be deemed to be the act, omission or failure of such motor carrier or railroad. With respect to any violation of any statute administered by the department regarding motor carriers or railroads, any penalty provision applying to such a violation by a motor carrier or railroad shall apply to such a violation by any other person.

(7) Except as provided in ORS 824.019 (Grade Crossing Safety Improvement Fund) and 825.326 (Motor Carrier Account) , and except when provided by law that a penalty, forfeiture or other sum be paid to the aggrieved party, all penalties or forfeitures collected from persons subject to the regulatory authority of the department under ORS chapters 823, 824, 825 and 826 shall be paid into the General Fund and credited to the Motor Carrier Account if collected from a motor carrier and to the Railroad Fund created under ORS 824.014 (Railroad Fund) (1) if collected from a railroad.

(8) Violation of ORS 823.105 (Prohibitions) is punishable, after issuance of a final order by the department, by a civil penalty of not more than $5,000 for each offense.

(9) Violation of ORS 823.105 (Prohibitions) is a specific fine violation punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000 for each offense.

(10) Civil penalties under this section shall be imposed in the manner provided by ORS 183.745 (Civil penalty procedures) . [Subsections (1) to (6) of 1995 Edition enacted as 1995 c.733 §38; subsection (7) of 1995 Edition formerly 771.990; 1997 c.249 §243; 1997 c.275 §11; 1999 c.1051 §230; 2001 c.909 §5; 2003 c.576 §567; 2003 c.754 §11; 2011 c.597 §306]

Source: Section 823.991 — Penalties , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors823.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.630 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.630
813.630 Notice of ignition interlock device installation and negative reports
Status: in_force

(1) This section applies only to a person who has had an ignition interlock device installed as a condition of a driving while under the influence of intoxicants diversion agreement under ORS 813.602 (Circumstances under which ignition interlock device required) (3).

(2) After an ignition interlock device is installed, the manufacturer’s representative that installed the device shall notify:

(a) The court that required the device to be installed or the court’s designee, including but not limited to an agency or organization certified by the Oregon Health Authority under ORS 813.025 (Designation of agency to perform screening interview and treatment program) ; and

(b) The district attorney or city prosecutor.

(3) Notice of the installation must be given within seven business days of installing the ignition interlock device.

(4) Each time a manufacturer’s representative has access to an ignition interlock device that the manufacturer’s representative installed, the manufacturer’s representative shall download all reports recorded on the device. If the manufacturer’s representative downloads a negative report, the manufacturer’s representative shall submit the negative report, in a form prescribed by rule by the department, to:

(a) The court that required the device to be installed or the court’s designee, including but not limited to an agency or organization certified by the Oregon Health Authority under ORS 813.025 (Designation of agency to perform screening interview and treatment program) ;

(b) The district attorney or city prosecutor; and

(c) The Department of State Police.

(5) The manufacturer’s representative shall submit a negative report as provided in subsection (4) of this section within seven business days of downloading the report. [2015 c.577 §2; 2017 c.655 §8; 2019 c.200 §10]

Source: Section 813.630 — Notice of ignition interlock device installation and negative reports , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.030 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.030
825.030 Application of chapter to interstate and foreign commerce
Status: in_force

This chapter applies to interstate and foreign commerce, except insofar as it may be in conflict with the provisions of the Constitution and the laws of the United States. Nothing in this chapter exempts a person from federal motor carrier safety regulations when operating in interstate or foreign commerce. [Formerly 767.045; 2007 c.31 §1]

Source: Section 825.030 — Application of chapter to interstate and foreign commerce , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 826.023 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 826 / Section 826.023
826.023 Fees for cards, plates and stickers
Status: in_force

(1) The fee for issuance of a duplicate or replacement registration card is $3.

(2) The fee for issuance of each original, replacement or duplicate registration plate is $3 and includes a registration card and sticker.

(3) The fee for renewal of a registration plate is $3 and includes a registration card and sticker.

(4) The fee for issuance of replacement registration stickers is $3.

(5) If a second plate is required for one vehicle, the fee for the plate or for a sticker for the plate is $3. [Formerly 768.021; 2003 c.753 §2; 2017 c.750 §70]

Source: Section 826.023 — Fees for cards, plates and stickers , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors826.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.100 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.100
803.100 Application of Uniform Commercial Code
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided in subsection (2) of this section, the rights and remedies of all persons in vehicles subject to security interests established under ORS 803.097 (Perfection of security interest in vehicle) are determined by the provisions of the Uniform Commercial Code.

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) If perfection of a security interest in a vehicle occurs on or before 30 days after attachment of the security interest, the secured party takes priority over the rights of a transferee in bulk or a lien creditor that arise between the time the secured party’s interest attaches and the time of perfection of the security interest.

(b) This subsection applies to any security interest in a vehicle that is not a purchase money security interest. [1983 c.338 §190; 1985 c.16 §66; 1989 c.148 §14; 1999 c.818 §3; 2001 c.675 §12; 2003 c.655 §105; 2005 c.261 §1]

Source: Section 803.100 — Application of Uniform Commercial Code , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 824.019 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 824 / Section 824.019
824.019 Grade Crossing Safety Improvement Fund
Status: in_force

(1) The Grade Crossing Safety Improvement Fund is established separate and distinct from the General Fund. Interest earned by the Grade Crossing Safety Improvement Fund shall be credited to the fund.

(2) Notwithstanding ORS 823.991 (Penalties) , all civil penalties collected under ORS 824.222 (Authority over duration that grade crossing may be blocked) and 824.223 (Authority to regulate distance from grade crossing at which railroad may stop or park equipment) shall be paid by the Department of Transportation into the State Treasury within 30 days after the collection thereof and shall be placed by the State Treasurer to the credit of the Grade Crossing Safety Improvement Fund. Moneys in the fund are continuously appropriated to the Department of Transportation for the purpose of grade crossing safety improvement projects. [2001 c.909 §4]

Note: 824.019 (Grade Crossing Safety Improvement Fund) 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 824.019 — Grade Crossing Safety Improvement Fund , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors824.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.710 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.710
807.710 Reports of persons with cognitive or functional impairment
Status: in_force

(1) For the purposes of this section:

(a) “Physician” means a person who holds a degree of Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and is licensed under ORS 677.100 (Qualifications of applicant for license) to 677.228 (Automatic lapse of license for failure to pay registration fee or report change of location) and a person who holds a degree of Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and is licensed under ORS chapter 685.

(b) “Health care provider” means a person licensed, certified or otherwise authorized or permitted by the laws of this state to administer health care.

(2) In consultation with medical experts and experts on cognitive or functional impairments, the Department of Transportation shall adopt rules requiring reporting and:

(a) Designating physicians and health care providers required to report to the department a person whose cognitive or functional impairment affects that person’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

(b) Designating the cognitive or functional impairments that are likely to affect a person’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

(3) Determinations regarding a person’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle may not be based solely on the diagnosis of a medical condition or cognitive or functional impairment, but must be based on the actual effect of that condition or impairment on the person’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

(4) Reports required by the department under this section shall be upon forms prescribed or provided by the department. Each report shall include the person’s name, address, date of birth, sex and a description of how the person’s current medical status affects the person’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. The department shall consider this information in determining the person’s eligibility for a driver license or driver permit.

(5) A designated physician or health care provider may at any time report to the department a person whose cognitive or functional impairment affects that person’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, without regard to whether that report is required by rules of the department adopted under subsection (2) of this section. If the report is made in good faith, the physician or health care provider is immune from civil liability that might otherwise result from making the report. A designated physician or health care provider is immune from civil liability for failure to make a report under this section, without regard to whether that report is required by rules of the department adopted under subsection (2) of this section.

(6) Except as provided in ORS 802.240 (Driver and vehicle records as evidence) , reports made under this section are confidential and shall be used by the department only to determine the qualifications of persons to operate motor vehicles upon the highways. [1983 c.338 §872; 1999 c.770 §2; 2001 c.736 §1; 2003 c.462 §1; 2007 c.195 §2; 2007 c.434 §3; 2013 c.65 §1; 2017 c.409 §41]

Source: Section 807.710 — Reports of persons with cognitive or functional impairment; rules; forms , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.560 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.560
807.560 Failure to notify department upon change of address or name
Status: in_force

(1) A person to whom a license or driver permit is issued commits the offense of failure to notify upon change of driver address or name if the person does not notify the Department of Transportation in a manner authorized by the department by rule upon any change of the person’s:

(a) Residence address from that noted on the person’s license or driver permit as issued or on the department’s records;

(b) Name from that noted on the person’s license or driver permit as issued, including a change of name by marriage; or

(c) Place of employment, if the person is a corrections officer, as provided in ORS 802.253 (Records containing residence address of corrections officer or household member) , or an eligible employee, as defined in ORS 802.250 (Records containing residence address of eligible public employee or household member) , whose place of employment address is noted on department records in accordance with ORS 802.250 (Records containing residence address of eligible public employee or household member) or 802.253 (Records containing residence address of corrections officer or household member) .

(2) Notice required under this section:

(a) Must be given within 30 days of change of driver address or name.

(b) Must be given in person for a change of name.

(3) The department shall note on its records any change reported to the department under this section.

(4) Failure to notify upon change of driver address or name is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §337; 1985 c.563 §8; 1989 c.695 §2; 1991 c.523 §8; 2003 c.129 §3; 2005 c.292 §9; 2019 c.312 §17]

Source: Section 807.560 — Failure to notify department upon change of address or name; rules; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.730 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.730
811.730 Owner failure to report accident to Department of Transportation
Status: in_force

(1) The owner of a vehicle commits the offense of owner failure to report an accident if the owner does any of the following:

(a) If the person owns a vehicle that is involved in an accident that is required to be reported under ORS 811.720 (When accident must be reported to Department of Transportation) and all of the following apply:

(A) The accident occurred while the vehicle was driven by someone other than the owner of the vehicle.

(B) The driver of the vehicle does not make an accident report as required under ORS 811.725 (Driver failure to report accident to Department of Transportation) .

(C) The owner of the vehicle fails to report the accident to the Department of Transportation in a form specified by the department as soon as the owner learns of the accident.

(b) If the person is the owner of a vehicle involved in an accident and the person does not make any additional reports the department may require.

(2) The offense described in this section, owner failure to report an accident, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §578; 1985 c.393 §37; 1993 c.751 §68]

Source: Section 811.730 — Owner failure to report accident to Department of Transportation; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.282 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.282
815.282 Operating motorized wheelchair on bicycle lane without proper lighting equipment
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of operating a motorized wheelchair on a bicycle lane or path without proper lighting equipment if the person operates a motorized wheelchair on a bicycle lane or path and the person is not equipped with lighting equipment required of bicyclists under ORS 815.280 (Violation of bicycle equipment requirements) .

(2) This section applies at the times described in ORS 815.280 (Violation of bicycle equipment requirements) for application of the lighting requirements of that section to bicyclists.

(3) The offense described in this section, operating a motorized wheelchair on a bicycle lane or path without proper lighting equipment, is a Class D traffic violation. [1991 c.417 §3b]

Source: Section 815.282 — Operating motorized wheelchair on bicycle lane without proper lighting equipment , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.540 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.540
801.540 “Traffic control device.”
Status: in_force

“Traffic control device” means:

(1) Any sign, signal, marking or device placed, operated or erected by authority under ORS 810.210 (Placement and control of traffic control devices) for the purpose of guiding, directing, warning or regulating traffic.

(2) Any device that remotely controls by electrical, electronic, sound or light signal the operation of any device identified in subsection (1) of this section and installed or operated under authority of ORS 810.210 (Placement and control of traffic control devices) .

(3) Any stop sign that complies with specifications adopted under ORS 810.200 (Uniform standards for traffic control devices) that is held or erected by a member of a highway maintenance or construction crew working in the highway. [1983 c.338 §99; 1993 c.203 §1; 1993 c.522 §1]

Source: Section 801.540 — “Traffic control device.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 806.245 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 806 / Section 806.245
806.245 Termination of future responsibility filing requirement
Status: in_force

A termination of the requirement to maintain a future responsibility filing does not remove a person’s responsibility to comply with financial responsibility requirements. The Department of Transportation shall terminate requirements for a future responsibility filing when any of the following occurs:

(1) The person on whose behalf the filing was made dies.

(2) More than three years have passed from the date the filing was required.

(3) A person on whose behalf the filing was made requests termination and either:

(a) The person was required to file because of an error committed by the department; or

(b) The person was required to file because of an error committed by an insurance company in notifying the department regarding the correctness of proof of compliance with financial responsibility requirements provided under ORS 806.150 (Department verification program) .

(4) A person who was required to file under ORS 806.150 (Department verification program) requests termination and the department determines either:

(a) That the person was in fact in compliance with financial responsibility requirements as of the date specified by the department by rule under ORS 806.150 (Department verification program) ; or

(b) That the person reasonably and in good faith believed that the person was in compliance with financial responsibility requirements on the date specified by the department by rule under ORS 806.150 (Department verification program) .

(5) A person who was required to file because of failure to prove under ORS 806.210 (Exemption from requirement to file after accident) that the person was in compliance with financial responsibility requirements requests termination and the department determines either:

(a) That the person was in fact in compliance with financial responsibility requirements at the time of the accident; or

(b) That the person reasonably and in good faith believed that the person was in compliance with financial responsibility requirements at the time of the accident.

(6) A person’s hardship permit expires and the filing was required only for issuance of the hardship permit under ORS 807.240 (Hardship permit) . [1987 c.258 §4; 2009 c.257 §7; 2019 c.312 §6]

Source: Section 806.245 — Termination of future responsibility filing requirement; reasons , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors806.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.645 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.645
803.645 Fees for trip permits
Status: in_force

Fees for trip permits issued under ORS 803.600 (Trip permits) are as follows:

(1) For a heavy motor vehicle trip permit, $43.

(2) For a heavy trailer trip permit, $10.

(3) For a light vehicle trip permit, $35.

(4) For a recreational vehicle trip permit, $35.

(5) For a registration weight trip permit, $5.

(6) For a registered vehicle trip permit, $7.50.

(7) For a 10-day trip permit issued under ORS 803.600 (Trip permits) (2) by a person with a vehicle dealer certificate or a towing business certificate, $15. [1983 c.338 §281; 1985 c.16 §113; 1985 c.313 §5; 1985 c.400 §4; 1989 c.43 §30; 1989 c.109 §3; 1989 c.723 §14; 1991 c.284 §20; 1991 c.360 §3; 1997 c.421 §2; 2001 c.412 §3; 2003 c.600 §4; 2003 c.655 §118; 2009 c.865 §44a; 2017 c.750 §§48,49]

Source: Section 803.645 — Fees for trip permits , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 822.115 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 822 / Section 822.115
822.115 Application contents
Status: in_force

An application for a dismantler certificate issued by the Department of Transportation under ORS 822.110 (Dismantler certificate) or for renewal of a certificate under ORS 822.125 (Privileges granted by certificate) shall be in a form prescribed by the department and shall contain all of the following:

(1) A full statement of the name of the person applying for the certificate with the person’s residence and business addresses.

(2) If the applicant is a firm or partnership, the name of the firm or partnership, with the names and places of residence of all its members.

(3) If the applicant is a corporation, the names of the principal officers and their residences and the name of the state under whose laws the corporation is organized.

(4) A description of the dimensions and the location of the place or places at which the business is to be carried on and conducted.

(5) The applicant’s National Motor Vehicle Title Information System identification number.

(6) A fire response plan that is approved by the department. If the plan is disapproved, the applicant may revise the plan to comply with requirements of the department and resubmit the plan.

(7) A description of any applicable permits that are required by the Department of Environmental Quality.

(8) Any other relevant information required by the Department of Transportation. [1983 c.338 §803; 1985 c.16 §402; 1987 c.261 §9; 1993 c.751 §85; 2005 c.654 §9; 2011 c.433 §1; 2019 c.630 §4]

Source: Section 822.115 — Application contents , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors822.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 802.155 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 802 / Section 802.155
802.155 Safety Education Fund
Status: in_force

(1) There is created the Safety Education Fund, separate and distinct from the General Fund. Interest earned by the fund shall be credited to the fund.

(2) Moneys deposited in the Safety Education Fund from the Criminal Fine Account are continuously appropriated to the office of the administrator of the Transportation Safety section of the Department of Transportation to be used for safety education programs:

(a) That provide injury prevention education on traffic safety issues for each age group in the kindergarten through college ages;

(b) That have been recipients of funds under 23 U.S.C. 402 for at least three years;

(c) That are found by the Transportation Safety section to be effective, as measured by the three-year reporting cycle funded under 23 U.S.C. 402; and

(d) That operate statewide. [1991 c.709 §7; 1995 c.440 §42; 2001 c.668 §10; 2001 c.829 §9; 2003 c.14 §462; 2005 c.70 §3; 2005 c.700 §9; 2011 c.597 §145]

Source: Section 802.155 — Safety Education Fund; uses , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors802.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 805.285 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 805 / Section 805.285
805.285 Disposition of moneys from breast cancer awareness registration plate surcharge
Status: in_force

(1) Moneys from the surcharge imposed by ORS 805.283 (Breast cancer awareness registration plate) must be transferred to the Oregon Health Authority Fund established by ORS 413.101 (Oregon Health Authority Fund) after deduction of the cost of administration of the breast cancer awareness registration plate program, including but not limited to the costs of collecting the breast cancer awareness registration plate surcharge and transferring breast cancer awareness registration plates that are above the normal costs of issuing, renewing and transferring registration plates in the normal course of business of the Department of Transportation.

(2) Moneys deposited under subsection (1) of this section are continuously appropriated to the Oregon Health Authority for activities under ORS 414.534 (Treatment for breast or cervical cancer) related to early detection of breast and cervical cancers as part of the Oregon Breast and Cervical Cancer Program. [2015 c.806 §7]

Source: Section 805.285 — Disposition of moneys from breast cancer awareness registration plate surcharge , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors805.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.220 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.220
803.220 Notification to department of name or address change
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of unlawful failure to notify the Department of Transportation of a name or address change if the person:

(a) Has any interest in a vehicle registered or titled by this state that is shown on the title;

(b) Changes names, by marriage or otherwise, from that shown on the title or changes the person’s address from that shown on the registration; and

(c) Does not comply with the requirements under this section.

(2) To comply with the requirements of this section, a person must do all the following:

(a) The person must notify the department of the change. Notice of a change of name or address must be given to the department within 30 days of the change, in a manner authorized by the department by rule.

(b) If the person changes names, by marriage or otherwise, from that shown on the title and a certificate of title is being held by a security interest holder, the person must notify the security interest holder within 30 days after the change who, in turn, must notify the department in a timely manner.

(c) Any time the name is changed from that on the title, any certificate of title that has been issued must be submitted to the department with the notice and the appropriate fee under ORS 803.090 (Fees for certificate of title) .

(3) A person may obtain a new certificate of title reflecting a change of name or address by making application therefor and paying the appropriate fee under ORS 803.090 (Fees for certificate of title) .

(4) If title has been issued in a form other than a certificate, a person requesting a change in name shall provide authorization from the primary security interest holder, if any, to have the title changed. If the authorization is not received, the department shall continue to reflect the previous name on the title. Nothing in this subsection precludes the department from including the new name in records maintained in conjunction with title whether or not authorization is received.

(5) Upon receipt of notice of a change and any authorization required under this section, the department shall note the change in its records. Upon receipt of the notice and the fee required under ORS 803.090 (Fees for certificate of title) , the department shall issue a new certificate of title indicating the change.

(6) This section does not apply to a change of name or address of a security interest holder or lessor that is a financial institution, a financial holding company or a bank holding company, as those terms are defined in ORS 706.008 (Additional definitions for Bank Act) , a licensee under ORS chapter 725, or any subsidiary or affiliate of any of the foregoing.

(7) The offense described in this section, unlawful failure to notify the department of a name or address change, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §202; 1985 c.16 §72; 1985 c.485 §1; 1989 c.452 §6; 1993 c.233 §46a; 1993 c.751 §88; 1995 c.383 §36; 1997 c.631 §555; 2001 c.377 §54; 2003 c.129 §1]

Source: Section 803.220 — Notification to department of name or address change; rules; requirements; procedure; exception; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.430 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.430
801.430 “Residence district.”
Status: in_force

“Residence district” means territory not comprising a business district that is contiguous to a highway that:

(1) Has access to property occupied primarily by multifamily dwellings; or

(2) Has an average of 150 feet or less between accesses or approaches to:

(a) Dwellings, churches, public parks within cities or other residential service facilities; or

(b) Dwellings and buildings used for business. [1983 c.338 §79; 1997 c.404 §4]

Source: Section 801.430 — “Residence district.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.352 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.352
825.352 Advertising requirements for carriers of household goods
Status: in_force

A carrier that transports household goods shall include the carrier’s certificate number in all newsprint classified advertising, newsprint display advertising, Internet advertising and telephone directory advertising prepared by or at the direction or request of the carrier. [Formerly 767.665; 2009 c.433 §13]

Source: Section 825.352 — Advertising requirements for carriers of household goods , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 822.515 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 822 / Section 822.515
822.515 Certificates
Status: in_force

(1) A person who holds a valid, current commercial driver training school certificate issued under this section is not subject to the prohibitions or penalties under ORS 822.500 (Operating commercial driver training school without certificate) .

(2) The Department of Transportation shall adopt rules to provide for the issuance of commercial driver training school certificates under this section and driver training instructor certificates.

(3) The rules adopted under this section related to commercial driver training schools may prescribe, but need not be limited to:

(a) The form and manner of the application;

(b) The minimum qualifications for the commercial driver training school certificate;

(c) Grounds and procedures for the denial of a certificate;

(d) Requirements for the location of the place of business and location of facilities;

(e) Requirements for records retention;

(f) Vehicle equipment standards;

(g) Courses and standards of instruction;

(h) Fee schedules;

(i) Requirements for character of school operators and instructors; and

(j) Any other matters the department considers necessary for the protection of the public.

(4) The rules related to driver training instructors may prescribe, but need not be limited to:

(a) The form and manner of the application;

(b) The minimum qualifications for the driver training instructor certificate;

(c) Grounds and procedures for the denial of a certificate; and

(d) Any other matters the department considers necessary for the protection of the public.

(5) The department may suspend, revoke or cancel a certificate issued under this section if the department finds that the person has failed to comply with a rule adopted by the department pursuant to this section.

(6) A person subject to discipline under this section is entitled to a contested case hearing in accordance with ORS chapter 183.

(7) Commercial driver training school certificates issued under this section expire two years from the date of issuance.

(8) Driver training instructor certificates issued under this section expire on the date the certificate of the commercial driver training school that employs the instructor expires.

(9) Commercial driver training school certificates and driver training instructor certificates issued under this section are subject to the following:

(a) The department may not issue a certificate to a person until the fee for issuance of the certificate under ORS 822.700 (Certification fees) is paid.

(b) The department may not renew a certificate until the fee for renewal of the certificate under ORS 822.700 (Certification fees) has been paid.

(c) A fee for a certificate may not be refunded in the event any certificate is refused, suspended, canceled or revoked. [1983 c.338 §829; 1985 c.16 §418; 1985 c.598 §11; 2023 c.400 §26]

Source: Section 822.515 — Certificates; issuance; suspension or revocation; duration; fee; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors822.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 824.306 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 824 / Section 824.306
824.306 Shelter of car repairers
Status: in_force

(1) No person owning, controlling or operating any line of railroad in this state shall build, construct, reconstruct or repair railroad car equipment or motive power in the state without first erecting and maintaining at every division terminal, or other point where five employees or more are regularly employed on such work, a shed over a sufficient portion of the tracks used for such work, so as to provide that all employees regularly employed in such work are sheltered and protected from rain and other inclement weather.

(2) This section does not apply at points where fewer than five employees are regularly employed in such work, nor at points where it is necessary to make light repairs only on equipment or motive power, nor to equipment loaded with time or perishable freight, nor to equipment when trains are being held for the movement of equipment. As used in this subsection, “light repairs” does not include repairs usually made in roundhouse, shop or shed upon well-equipped railroads. [Formerly 764.150]

Source: Section 824.306 — Shelter of car repairers , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors824.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.160 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.160
801.160 “Bicycle path.”
Status: in_force

“Bicycle path” means a public way, not part of a highway, that is designated by official signs or markings for use by persons riding bicycles except as otherwise specifically provided by law. [1983 c.338 §24]

Source: Section 801.160 — “Bicycle path.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.025 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.025
803.025 Violating title requirements
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of violating vehicle title requirements if the person owns or operates any vehicle in this state for which this state has not issued title.

(2) Exemptions from this section are established by ORS 803.030 (Exemptions from title requirement) . The exemptions are subject to ORS 803.040 (Effect of title) .

(3) The offense described in this section, violating vehicle title requirements, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §176; 1985 c.16 §59; 1985 c.333 §4; 1993 c.233 §17; 1995 c.383 §35]

Source: Section 803.025 — Violating title requirements; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.035 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.035
803.035 Optional titling
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation, by rule, may provide for optional titling of vehicles that are not subject to the vehicle titling requirements under ORS 803.025 (Violating title requirements) or that are exempt from vehicle titling requirements by ORS 803.030 (Exemptions from title requirement) . The rules adopted for purposes of this subsection may provide for the titling of categories of vehicles, types of vehicles or otherwise. Upon request of an owner, the department may issue title for a vehicle that meets the requirements of rules adopted under this section.

(2) A vehicle that is issued title under this section is subject to the same provisions, conditions, fees and other requirements for titling as are other vehicles under the vehicle code and is subject to ORS 803.040 (Effect of title) . [1985 c.333 §2; 1993 c.233 §19]

Source: Section 803.035 — Optional titling; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.545 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.545
803.545 Failure to display out-of-state plates
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure to display plates on an out-of-state vehicle if the person operates a vehicle that is registered in any jurisdiction other than this state and the person does not display the registration plates assigned to and furnished for the vehicle by the registering jurisdiction:

(a) For the current registration period in that jurisdiction; and

(b) Substantially as provided under ORS 803.540 (Failure to display plates) for vehicles that are registered by this state.

(2) This section does not allow the display of out-of-state registration plates on a vehicle when the vehicle is required to be registered in this state by ORS 803.325 (Purchase and use of out-of-state registered vehicle) .

(3) The offense described in this section, failure to display plates on an out-of-state vehicle, is a Class C traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §262; 1985 c.16 §102; 1985 c.401 §8]

Source: Section 803.545 — Failure to display out-of-state plates; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.130 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.130
815.130 Improper brakes
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of having improper brakes if the person does any of the following:

(a) Drives or moves on any highway a vehicle that is not equipped with brakes that meet requirements under ORS 815.125 (Requirements and standards) .

(b) Owns a vehicle and causes or knowingly permits the vehicle to be driven or moved on any highway when the vehicle is not equipped with brakes that meet the requirements under ORS 815.125 (Requirements and standards) .

(2) This section is subject to the exemptions from this section established under ORS 815.135 (Exemptions from brake requirements) .

(3) The offense described in this section, improper brakes, is a Class C traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §471; 1995 c.383 §25]

Source: Section 815.130 — Improper brakes; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 806.300 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 806 / Section 806.300
806.300 Failure to surrender license and registration on cancellation of future responsibility filing
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure to surrender license and registration on cancellation of future responsibility filing if the person does not immediately return the person’s license or driver permit and registration to the Department of Transportation when any of the following occur:

(a) A policy of insurance required under ORS 806.240 (Proof of compliance with future responsibility filing requirement) is canceled or terminated.

(b) The person neglects to furnish other proof of compliance for a future responsibility filing upon request of the department.

(2) If any person fails to return to the department the license, driver permit or registration, the department may request any peace officer to secure possession thereof and return it to the department.

(3) The offense described in this section, failure to surrender license and registration on cancellation of future responsibility filing, is a Class C misdemeanor. [1983 c.338 §865; 1985 c.16 §434; 1985 c.393 §66; 2003 c.175 §10; 2019 c.312 §7]

Source: Section 806.300 — Failure to surrender license and registration on cancellation of future responsibility filing; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors806.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 820.350 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 820 / Section 820.350
820.350 Ambulance warning lights
Status: in_force

(1) Subject to any other law or rule pursuant thereto relating to lighting of a vehicle, the Department of Transportation may prescribe required warning lights for ambulances. The requirements established under this section may include, but are not limited to, numbers required, placement, visibility, rate of flash if applicable and inside indicators.

(2) Enforcement of the requirements established under this section is provided under ORS 820.360 (Illegal ambulance lighting equipment) . [1983 c.338 §762; 1985 c.79 §1; 1989 c.782 §38]

Source: Section 820.350 — Ambulance warning lights , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors820.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.625 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.625
803.625 Temporary registration permits issued by dealers
Status: in_force

(1) The holder of a current, valid vehicle dealer certificate issued under ORS 822.020 (Issuance and renewal of certificate) may issue temporary permits for the operation of vehicles or the transporting of a camper pending the receipt of permanent registration from the department.

(2) Forms for temporary permits issued under this section shall be furnished and, subject to ORS 803.640 (Prohibition on showing name or address on permit) , prescribed by the department.

(3) The department shall specify, by rule, the procedures to be followed by persons issuing and using temporary permits issued under this section. Persons violating rules established by the department under this subsection are subject to penalty under ORS 803.630 (Agent violation of temporary registration permit procedures) and 803.635 (Improper use of temporary registration permit) . [1983 c.338 §278; 1985 c.284 §3; 1997 c.583 §8; 2001 c.827 §4]

Source: Section 803.625 — Temporary registration permits issued by dealers; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 810.320 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 810 / Section 810.320
810.320 Use of guaranteed arrest bond certificate as security deposit
Status: in_force

The unexpired guaranteed arrest bond certificate, as defined in ORS 742.372 (Guaranteed arrest bond certificate) , of a member of an automobile club or automobile association is acceptable, when authorized under ORS 810.300 (Security for appearance on traffic crime) , 810.448 (Security for appearance of person arrested for traffic crime) or 810.450 (Security for appearance of person issued citation) , as a security deposit for that member for any traffic crime, other than a felony, if the security deposit required does not exceed $1,000. The use of an unexpired guaranteed arrest bond certificate as a security deposit under this section is subject to all of the following:

(1) To qualify for use as a security deposit, a guaranteed arrest bond certificate must have a surety company that has become a surety on the certificate as provided under ORS 742.372 (Guaranteed arrest bond certificate) to 742.376 (Requirements to issue guaranteed arrest bond certificate) .

(2) If the individual does not make the appearance, the surety for the certificate is subject on the undertaking of the surety under ORS 742.374 (Surety may issue guaranteed arrest bond certificate not to exceed $1,000) to any forfeiture or enforcement provision of any statute, charter or ordinance that otherwise applies to security deposits on their undertaking. [1983 c.338 §378; 1985 c.16 §197; 1989 c.634 §4; 1999 c.1051 §287]

Source: Section 810.320 — Use of guaranteed arrest bond certificate as security deposit , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors810.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 822.120 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 822 / Section 822.120
822.120 Bond or letter of credit requirements
Status: in_force

(1) A bond or letter of credit required to qualify for a dismantler certificate under ORS 822.110 (Dismantler certificate) or renewal of a certificate under ORS 822.125 (Privileges granted by certificate) must be:

(a) With a corporate surety licensed to transact business within this state, or as to a letter of credit, an irrevocable letter of credit issued by an insured institution, as defined in ORS 706.008 (Additional definitions for Bank Act) ;

(b) Executed to the State of Oregon;

(c) In the sum of $100,000;

(d) Approved as to form by the Attorney General;

(e) Conditioned that the person issued the dismantler certificate will conduct business without violation of this section, ORS 803.140 (Application) , 819.010 (Failure to comply with requirements for destruction of vehicle) , 819.012 (Failure to follow procedures for a totaled vehicle) , 819.016 (When salvage title required) , 819.040 (Illegal salvage procedures) , 822.140 (Local government approval requirements) or 822.150 (Failure to return revoked, canceled or suspended certificate or identification card) ; and

(f) Conditioned that the bond or letter of credit is subject to an action under this section.

(2) Any person shall have a right of action against the holder of a dismantler certificate and the surety on the holder’s bond or the dismantler’s letter of credit issuer if the person suffers any loss or damage by reason of the certificate holder’s violation of this section, ORS 803.140 (Application) , 819.010 (Failure to comply with requirements for destruction of vehicle) , 819.012 (Failure to follow procedures for a totaled vehicle) , 819.016 (When salvage title required) , 819.040 (Illegal salvage procedures) , 822.140 (Local government approval requirements) or 822.150 (Failure to return revoked, canceled or suspended certificate or identification card) . [1983 c.338 §804; 1985 c.16 §403; 1985 c.176 §3; 1991 c.331 §140; 1991 c.820 §17; 1991 c.873 §48; 1997 c.631 §557; 2005 c.654 §10; 2019 c.630 §7]

Source: Section 822.120 — Bond or letter of credit requirements; action against certificate holder and surety , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors822.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.265 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.265
811.265 Driver failure to obey traffic control device
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of driver failure to obey a traffic control device if the person drives a vehicle and the person does any of the following:

(a) Fails to obey the directions of any traffic control device.

(b) Fails to obey any specific traffic control device described in ORS 811.260 (Appropriate driver responses to traffic control devices) in the manner required by that section.

(2) A person is not subject to this section if the person is doing any of the following:

(a) Following the directions of a police officer.

(b) Driving an emergency vehicle or ambulance in accordance with the privileges granted those vehicles under ORS 820.300 (Exemptions from traffic laws) .

(c) Properly proceeding on a red light as authorized under ORS 811.360 (Vehicle turns permitted at stop light) .

(d) Driving in a funeral procession led by a funeral lead vehicle or under the direction of the driver of a funeral escort vehicle.

(e) Properly entering an intersection or executing a turn at a stop sign as authorized under ORS 814.414 (Improper entry into intersection controlled by stop sign) .

(f) Properly entering an intersection or executing a turn at a flashing red signal as authorized under ORS 814.416 (Improper entry into intersection controlled by flashing red signal) .

(3) The offense described in this section, driver failure to obey a traffic control device, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §608; 1991 c.482 §13; 2015 c.147 §3; 2019 c.683 §5]

Source: Section 811.265 — Driver failure to obey traffic control device; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.132 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.132
803.132 Circumstances under which transitional ownership record acceptable as ownership record
Status: in_force

A transitional ownership record is acceptable as an ownership record only if the primary ownership record is not in the possession of the selling dealer, new security interest holder or the agent of either at the time the transitional ownership record is submitted to the Department of Transportation. [1989 c.927 §8; 1993 c.233 §42; 1995 c.309 §1; 1999 c.818 §1]

Source: Section 803.132 — Circumstances under which transitional ownership record acceptable as ownership record , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 809.090 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 809 / Section 809.090
809.090 Cancellation of registration or title for failure to qualify
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation may cancel the registration or title or both of a vehicle if the department determines that:

(a) A holder is not entitled to the registration or title or both; or

(b) All fees applicable to a vehicle, payable to the department under any provision of law have not been paid.

(2) Before cancellation under this section, the department must give opportunity for a hearing upon 10 days’ notice. The department shall serve notice in a manner determined by the department by rule. [1983 c.338 §288; 1991 c.249 §73; 1993 c.233 §53; 1999 c.1009 §3; 2019 c.312 §28]

Source: Section 809.090 — Cancellation of registration or title for failure to qualify; notice; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors809.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 819.482 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 819 / Section 819.482
819.482 Acting as vehicle appraiser without certificate
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of acting as a vehicle appraiser without a certificate if the person does not hold a vehicle appraiser certificate issued under ORS 819.480 (Vehicle appraiser certificate) and the person, for consideration, issues an opinion as to the value of a vehicle.

(2) This section does not apply to:

(a) A person who holds a vehicle dealer certificate issued under ORS 822.020 (Issuance and renewal of certificate) and who appraises vehicles in the operation of the vehicle dealer’s business;

(b) A person from another jurisdiction who holds a vehicle appraiser certificate requiring qualifications substantially similar to qualifications required for the certification of a vehicle appraiser in this state;

(c) An insurance adjuster authorized to do business under ORS 744.515 (Exemptions from adjuster licensing requirement) or 744.521 (Powers of director to issue, renew, amend, suspend and reinstate licenses) ; or

(d) A person licensed or certified to appraise real estate under ORS 674.310 (Duties and powers of board) and who appraises the value of manufactured structures.

(3) The offense described in this section, acting as a vehicle appraiser without a certificate, is a Class A violation. [2007 c.630 §2; 2019 c.151 §42; 2023 c.400 §41]

Source: Section 819.482 — Acting as vehicle appraiser without certificate; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors819.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.308 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.308
801.308 “Identity source documents.”
Status: in_force

“Identity source documents” means documents required for the issuance, renewal or replacement of a driver license, a driver permit or an identification card by the Department of Transportation. [2008 c.1 §6]

Source: Section 801.308 — “Identity source documents.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.022 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.022
825.022 Nonapplicability of certain provisions to vehicles and combinations
Status: in_force

The provisions of ORS 825.160 (Liability insurance of carriers) , 825.450 (Weight identifier) , 825.454 (Identification devices) , 825.470 (Temporary pass) , 825.472 (Determination of filing of reports or payments) , 825.474 (Motor carrier tax for use of highways) , 825.476 (Carrier tax tables) , 825.480 (Substitute taxes for certain vehicles) , 825.484 (Effect of carrier tax law on other taxes) , 825.488 (Fees required of interstate carriers) , 825.490 (Due date of taxes and fees) , 825.492 (Annual and quarterly reports authorized) , 825.494 (Assessment by department upon failure to report tax or fee due) , 825.496 (Reassessment waiver or reduction upon request) and 825.515 (Daily records and monthly reports by carriers) do not apply to any of the following:

(1) A vehicle or combination of vehicles with a combined weight of 26,000 pounds or less.

(2) A vehicle being used in the transportation of persons for hire if the operation:

(a) Is performed by a nonprofit entity;

(b) Is performed by use of vehicles operating in compliance with ORS 820.020 (Vehicles other than worker transport vehicles that are subject to safety regulation) to 820.070 (Driver violation of worker transport vehicle safety code) ; and

(c) Is approved by the Department of Transportation as complying with paragraphs (a) and (b) of this subsection.

(3) A vehicle owned or operated by a transportation district organized under ORS 267.510 (Definitions for ORS 267.510 to 267.650) to 267.650 (Finance elections) .

(4) A vehicle owned or operated by a county service district authorized to provide public transportation under ORS 451.010 (Authorization to establish master plans and service districts) .

(5) A vehicle owned or operated by an intergovernmental body formed by two or more public bodies, as defined in ORS 174.109 (“Public body” defined) , to provide public transportation. [Formerly 767.028; 2007 c.465 §11; 2015 c.283 §3]

Source: Section 825.022 — Nonapplicability of certain provisions to vehicles and combinations , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 809.230 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 809 / Section 809.230
809.230 Court suspension or revocation of nonresident driving privileges
Status: in_force

A court may suspend or revoke the driving privileges to operate a motor vehicle in this state of any nonresident for any cause for which the driving privileges of a resident of this state may be suspended or revoked. [1983 c.338 §394]

Source: Section 809.230 — Court suspension or revocation of nonresident driving privileges , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors809.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 818.250 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 818 / Section 818.250
818.250 Permit for fire company warning lights
Status: in_force

The governing body of a rural fire protection district or of a municipal fire department may issue written authorization for the use of fire company warning lights on vehicles that are used while driving to a fire station or fire location in response to a fire alarm. Written authorization issued under this section shall comply with all of the following:

(1) Written authorization may be issued only to authorize use of the warning lights on any vehicle, whether publicly or privately owned, if used by:

(a) A fire chief, assistant fire chief or volunteer firefighter selected by the board of directors of a rural fire protection district organized under ORS chapter 478; or

(b) Any person authorized to serve as fire chief, assistant fire chief or volunteer firefighter by the governing body of any municipal fire department.

(2) Any lights authorized under this section must be and remain the property of the rural fire protection district or municipality involved. [1983 c.338 §540; 1985 c.16 §277]

Source: Section 818.250 — Permit for fire company warning lights , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors818.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.109 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.109
815.109 Exemption from equipment requirements for racing activity vehicles
Status: in_force

A racing activity vehicle is exempt from vehicle equipment requirements under ORS 815.040 (Standards for window and windshield material) , 815.075 (Selling vehicles or equipment that violates rules) , 815.250 (Operation without proper exhaust system) , 815.295 (Failure to have required pollution control equipment) and 815.310 (Proof of compliance with requirements) if all of the following apply:

(1) The vehicle is equipped with original manufacturer’s equipment and accessories or their equivalent; and

(2) The vehicle is maintained in safe operating condition. [2007 c.693 §3]

(Slow-Moving Vehicles)

Source: Section 815.109 — Exemption from equipment requirements for racing activity vehicles , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.256 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.256
825.256 Rules for transportation of infectious waste
Status: in_force

The Department of Transportation may establish rules governing the conditions for transportation of infectious waste that is not an incidental part of other solid waste. The rules may require persons transporting infectious waste for consideration to register separately with the Department of Transportation as an infectious waste transporter and may specify the terms of that registration, including a fee for such registration. The Department of Transportation may require that persons transporting infectious waste for consideration document the county and state of origin of the waste. As used in this section, “infectious waste” has the meaning given in ORS 459.386 (Definitions for ORS 459.386 to 459.405) . [Formerly 767.034]

Source: Section 825.256 — Rules for transportation of infectious waste , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 805.050 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 805 / Section 805.050
805.050 School buses and school activity vehicles
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation shall provide for registration of vehicles that qualify under this section in a manner that is consistent with this section. A vehicle qualifies for registration under this section if the vehicle meets the following qualifications and is not a vehicle that is described under subsection (2) of this section:

(a) The vehicle must be a motor vehicle.

(b) Except as provided under ORS 803.600 (Trip permits) , the vehicle must be used exclusively in transporting students to or from any school or authorized school activity or function, including extracurricular activities, and to or from points designated by a school.

(c) The vehicle must meet the requirements for school buses under ORS 820.100 (Adoption of safety standards for construction and equipment of school vehicles) to 820.120 (Rules and standards for school vehicle inspection) , or activity vehicles under ORS 820.110 (Rules and standards for driver qualification and training and accident reports) and 820.120 (Rules and standards for school vehicle inspection) .

(d) The vehicle may be owned, operated or leased by the state, a city or county or any other political subdivision or otherwise provided to such government body for purposes described in this subsection or may be privately or otherwise owned and leased by or provided to a school for purposes described in this subsection.

(2) The following vehicles may not be registered under this section:

(a) A vehicle subject to regulation under ORS chapter 825.

(b) A vehicle regulated by a city under ORS 221.420 (Municipal regulation of public utilities) .

(3) Except as otherwise provided by this section, vehicles registered under this section are subject to the same requirements and provisions for registration as are other vehicles. The following requirements and provisions are different from those otherwise provided for registration:

(a) The registration period for vehicles subject to this section shall be an ownership registration period as described under ORS 803.400 (Duration of registration periods) , except that the registration continues valid if the ownership of the vehicle is transferred to another who continues to use the vehicle for purposes allowed under the registration.

(b) The fee for registration of the vehicles shall be the fee for registration of school vehicles established under ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) , and no other registration fee shall be required.

(c) Any vehicle registered under this section and not exempted under ORS 815.300 (Exemptions from requirement to be equipped with pollution control system) shall meet the requirements for certification of compliance with pollution control under ORS 815.310 (Proof of compliance with requirements) .

(4) The department shall suspend or revoke registration under this section if the department determines that:

(a) A vehicle registered under this section is being used for purposes other than those required for qualification for registration under this section, and a trip permit as provided under ORS 803.600 (Trip permits) has not been obtained.

(b) The vehicle does not comply with requirements under ORS 820.100 (Adoption of safety standards for construction and equipment of school vehicles) to 820.120 (Rules and standards for school vehicle inspection) . [1985 c.547 §11; 1987 c.158 §164; 1993 c.741 §125]

Source: Section 805.050 — School buses and school activity vehicles; exceptions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors805.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.804 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.804
811.804 Intersection rules for funeral processions
Status: in_force

(1) While exercising due caution regarding the safety of others, notwithstanding any traffic control device, right of way provisions or other provisions of the Oregon Vehicle Code, if the funeral escort vehicle or funeral lead vehicle lawfully enters an intersection, the following procession may enter the intersection without stopping.

(2) Notwithstanding subsection (1) of this section, the vehicles in the funeral procession shall yield the right of way:

(a) To an emergency vehicle giving an audible or visible signal; or

(b) If directed by a police officer to do so. [1991 c.482 §8]

Source: Section 811.804 — Intersection rules for funeral processions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 824.016 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 824 / Section 824.016
824.016 State Rail Rehabilitation Fund
Status: in_force

(1) The State Rail Rehabilitation Fund is established as an account in the General Fund of the State Treasury. All moneys in the account are appropriated continuously to the Department of Transportation for expenditures for any or all of the following:

(a) Acquisition of a railroad line.

(b) Rehabilitation or improvement of rail properties.

(c) Planning for rail services.

(d) Any other methods of reducing the costs of lost rail service in this state.

(e) Rail projects, including:

(A) Capacity improvements, such as:

(i) New or lengthened sidings;

(ii) Industrial spur rehabilitation; and

(iii) Industrial spur construction;

(B) Capital investments that improve safety; and

(C) Capital investments that reduce greenhouse gases.

(f) Providing state matching funds to leverage federal discretionary grant funding for rail projects.

(2) The program developed by the Department of Transportation under this section to provide funds shall include:

(a) Development of a methodology for prioritizing funding that takes into consideration an applicant’s ability to use funding sources to leverage federal discretionary grant funding for rail projects.

(b) A requirement that rail projects selected are projects that are consistent with the goals of the Oregon State Rail Plan.

(3) The Department of Transportation shall provide funds under this section only with the approval of the Oregon Transportation Commission.

(4) The department may use moneys in the fund to pay the department’s administrative costs associated with the fund and with carrying out the provisions of this section.

(5) Not later than December 31 of each even-numbered year, the department shall report, in the manner provided in ORS 192.245 (Form of report to legislature) , to the Joint Committee on Transportation regarding the expenditures of moneys in the fund and the status of rail projects that have received moneys from the fund. [Formerly 760.620; 2005 c.612 §7; 2023 c.65 §1]

Source: Section 824.016 — State Rail Rehabilitation Fund; use; report , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors824.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 806.210 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 806 / Section 806.210
806.210 Exemption from requirement to file after accident
Status: in_force

As appropriate, the driver or the owner, or both, are exempt from the requirement under ORS 806.200 (Failure to file after accident) to make a future responsibility filing if the person claiming exemption furnishes to the Department of Transportation proof of any of the following:

(1) At the time of the accident the driver was operating a vehicle owned by or leased to and operated under the direction of the United States of America, this state or any municipality or subdivision thereof.

(2) At the time of the accident the vehicle was lawfully parked.

(3) Such liability as may arise from the driver’s operation of the vehicle involved in the accident was covered by some form of liability insurance which complies with the financial responsibility requirements.

(4) The owner of the vehicle involved in the accident was a self-insurer under ORS 806.130 (Self-insurance) .

(5) The vehicle involved in the accident was being operated under a permit issued by the department under ORS chapter 825.

(6) At the time of the accident the owner’s vehicle was being operated without the owner’s permission, expressed or implied, or was parked by a person who had been operating such vehicle without the owner’s permission unless the vehicle at the time of its taking had been left unattended in a condition prohibited by a regulation or ordinance designed to prevent the operation of vehicles by unauthorized persons. This subsection only exempts owners of vehicles who qualify.

(7) At the time of the accident, the driver was operating a vehicle owned, operated or leased by the driver’s employer with the permission of that employer. This subsection only exempts drivers of vehicles. Owners remain subject as provided under ORS 806.200 (Failure to file after accident) . [1983 c.338 §856; 1995 c.733 §87; 2003 c.175 §7]

Source: Section 806.210 — Exemption from requirement to file after accident , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors806.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 826.001 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 826 / Section 826.001
826.001 Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this chapter:

(1) “Combined weight” means the total empty weight of all vehicles in a combination plus the total weight of the load carried on that combination of vehicles.

(2) “Commercial vehicle” means a vehicle that:

(a) Is used for the transportation of persons for compensation or profit; or

(b) Is designed or used primarily for the transportation of property.

(3) “Department” means the Department of Transportation. [Formerly 768.001]

Source: Section 826.001 — Definitions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors826.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.208 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.208
801.208 “Commercial motor vehicle.”
Status: in_force

(1) “Commercial motor vehicle” means a motor vehicle or combination of motor vehicles and one or more vehicles that:

(a) Has a gross combination weight rating or gross combination weight of 26,001 pounds or more, whichever is greater, inclusive of one or more towed units, with a gross vehicle weight rating or gross vehicle weight of more than 10,000 pounds, whichever is greater;

(b) Has a gross vehicle weight rating or gross vehicle weight of 26,001 pounds or more;

(c) Is designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver; or

(d) Is of any size and is used in the transportation of hazardous materials.

(2) Notwithstanding subsection (1) of this section, the term “commercial motor vehicle” does not include the following:

(a) An emergency fire vehicle being operated by firefighters as defined in ORS 652.050 (Definitions for ORS 652.050 to 652.080) ;

(b) Emergency vehicles being operated by qualified emergency service volunteers as defined in ORS 401.358 (Definitions for ORS 401.358 to 401.368) ;

(c) A motor home used to transport or house, for nonbusiness purposes, the operator or the operator’s family members or personal possessions; or

(d) A recreational vehicle that is operated solely for personal use. [1989 c.636 §2; 1991 c.185 §1; 1991 c.676 §1; 1999 c.359 §1; 2007 c.387 §1; 2009 c.395 §3; 2009 c.718 §27; 2011 c.470 §1; 2013 c.237 §48]

Source: Section 801.208 — “Commercial motor vehicle.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 823.007 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 823 / Section 823.007
823.007 Employee statements of pecuniary interests in motor carriers
Status: in_force

(1) Each employee of the Department of Transportation who performs functions concerning economic regulation of motor carriers shall file with the department a statement regarding holdings of the employee and the holdings of the employee’s spouse and minor children of any pecuniary interest in any business or activity subject to the department’s economic regulation of motor carriers. Supplementary statements shall be filed as such pecuniary interests are acquired or divested. The statements shall be in such form as the department prescribes. If the department determines that an employee or spouse or minor child of the employee holds any such pecuniary interest that may interfere with the impartial discharge of the employee’s duties, the department shall order divestiture of the interest.

(2) The department shall determine by rule what constitutes a function concerning economic regulation of motor carriers for purposes of this section.

(3) Nothing in subsections (1) and (2) of this section is intended to authorize any act otherwise prohibited by law. [1995 c.733 §§12,14]

Source: Section 823.007 — Employee statements of pecuniary interests in motor carriers; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors823.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 810.200 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 810 / Section 810.200
810.200 Uniform standards for traffic control devices
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Transportation Commission may exercise the following authority with respect to the marking, signing and use of traffic control devices in this state:

(a) The commission shall adopt a manual and specifications of uniform standards for traffic control devices consistent with the provisions of the vehicle code for use upon highways in this state.

(b) The commission is authorized to provide a uniform system of marking and signing highways within the boundaries of this state.

(c) The commission is authorized to determine the character or type of traffic control devices to be used in this state.

(2) The authority granted under this section is subject to all of the following:

(a) The system of marking and signing established under this section shall correlate with and, as far as possible, conform to the system adopted in other states. The commission may include in the system signs and signals that show internationally recognized and approved symbols.

(b) So far as practicable, all traffic control devices in this state shall be uniform as to type and location.

(c) All traffic control devices placed or operated in this state shall conform to specifications approved by the commission.

(d) Stop signs and yield signs shall be illuminated at night or so placed as to be illuminated by the headlights of approaching vehicles or by street lights. [1983 c.338 §164; 1985 c.16 §53; 1993 c.522 §2]

Source: Section 810.200 — Uniform standards for traffic control devices; uniform system of marking and signing highways , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors810.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.570 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.570
807.570 Failure to carry or present license
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure to carry a license or to present a license to a police officer if the person either:

(a) Drives any motor vehicle upon a highway in this state without a license, driver permit or out-of-state license in the person’s possession; or

(b) Does not present and deliver such license or permit to a police officer when requested by the police officer under any of the following circumstances:

(A) Upon being lawfully stopped or detained when driving a vehicle.

(B) When the vehicle that the person was driving is involved in an accident.

(2) This section does not apply to any person expressly exempted under ORS 807.020 (Exemptions from requirement to have Oregon license or permit) from the requirement to have a driver license or driver permit.

(3) Except as provided in ORS 813.110 (Temporary permit upon confiscation of license) , it is a defense to any charge under this section that the person so charged produce a license, driver permit or out-of-state license that had been issued to the person and was valid at the time of violation of this section.

(4) A police officer may detain a person arrested or cited for the offense described in this section only for such time as reasonably necessary to investigate and verify the person’s identity.

(5) The offense described in this section, failure to carry a license or to present a license to a police officer, is a Class C misdemeanor. [1983 c.338 §339; 1985 c.16 §158; 1987 c.217 §6]

Source: Section 807.570 — Failure to carry or present license; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.470 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.470
801.470 “Self-supporting trailer.”
Status: in_force

“Self-supporting trailer” means a trailer, other than a pole trailer, designed so that no part of the weight of the trailer or the weight of any load on the trailer rests upon the towing vehicle. The definition in this section is based on design and, except as otherwise provided in this section, does not prohibit a self-supporting trailer from fitting into another category of trailer based on use. [1983 c.338 §86]

Source: Section 801.470 — “Self-supporting trailer.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.269 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.269
814.269 Failure of motorcycle operator to wear motorcycle helmet
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure of a motorcycle operator to wear a motorcycle helmet if the person operates a motorcycle and is not wearing a motorcycle helmet.

(2) Exemptions from this section are established in ORS 814.290 (Exemptions from motorcycle helmet requirements) .

(3) The offense described in this section, failure of a motorcycle operator to wear a motorcycle helmet, is a Class D traffic violation. [1987 c.910 §2; 1995 c.492 §4]

Source: Section 814.269 — Failure of motorcycle operator to wear motorcycle helmet; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.120 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.120
813.120 Police report to department
Status: in_force

(1) A report required by ORS 813.100 (Implied consent to breath or blood test) shall disclose substantially all of the following information:

(a) Whether the person, at the time the person was requested to submit to a test, was under arrest for driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicants in violation of ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) or of a municipal ordinance.

(b) Whether the police officer had reasonable grounds to believe, at the time the request was made, that the person arrested had been driving under the influence of intoxicants in violation of ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) or of a municipal ordinance.

(c) Whether the person refused to submit to a test or if the person submitted to a breath or blood test whether the level of alcohol in the person’s blood, as shown by the test, was sufficient to constitute being under the influence of intoxicating liquor under ORS 813.300 (Use of blood alcohol percentage as evidence) .

(d) Whether the person was driving a commercial motor vehicle and refused to submit to a test or if the person submitted to a breath or blood test whether the level of alcohol in the person’s blood, as shown by the test, was 0.04 percent or more by weight.

(e) Whether the person was informed of consequences and rights as described under ORS 813.130 (Rights of and consequences for person asked to take test) .

(f) Whether the person was given written notice of intent to suspend required by ORS 813.100 (Implied consent to breath or blood test) (2)(b).

(g) If the arrested person took a test, a statement that the person conducting the test was appropriately qualified.

(h) If the arrested person took a test, a statement that any methods, procedures and equipment used in the test comply with any requirements under ORS 813.160 (Methods of conducting chemical analyses) .

(2) A report required by ORS 813.100 (Implied consent to breath or blood test) may be made in one or more forms specified by the Department of Transportation. [1983 c.338 §405; 1985 c.16 §215; 1985 c.672 §20; 1989 c.636 §42; 1993 c.305 §3; 1993 c.751 §70; 1995 c.568 §3; 2019 c.475 §12]

Source: Section 813.120 — Police report to department , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 805.370 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 805 / Section 805.370
805.370 False certification
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of false certification on farm registration if the person knowingly certifies falsely to any information on any application for issuance of registration under ORS 805.320 (Application for registration) .

(2) The offense described in this section, false certification on farm registration, is a Class A misdemeanor. [1983 c.338 §777; 1985 c.16 §374; 1993 c.751 §110]

Source: Section 805.370 — False certification; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors805.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.059 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.059
811.059 Milkman Mike Act
Status: in_force

ORS 811.060 (Vehicular assault) shall be known and may be cited as the Milkman Mike Act. [2017 c.388 §3]

Note: 811.059 (Milkman Mike Act) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 811 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 811.059 — Milkman Mike Act , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.292 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.292
811.292 Failure to yield right of way within roundabout
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure to yield right of way within a roundabout if the person operates a motor vehicle upon a multilane circulatory roadway and:

(a) Overtakes or passes a commercial motor vehicle;

(b) Drives alongside a commercial motor vehicle; or

(c) Does not yield the right of way to a second vehicle lawfully exiting the roundabout from a position ahead and to the left of the person’s vehicle.

(2) This section does not apply if a traffic control device indicates that the operator of a motor vehicle should take other action.

(3) The offense described in this section, failure to yield right of way within a roundabout, is a Class C traffic violation. [2001 c.464 §5; 2011 c.85 §1]

Note: 811.292 (Failure to yield right of way within roundabout) 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 811.292 — Failure to yield right of way within roundabout; exception; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.341 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.341
801.341 “Medium-speed electric vehicle.”
Status: in_force

“Medium-speed electric vehicle” means an electric motor vehicle with four wheels that is equipped with a roll cage or a crushproof body design, can attain a maximum speed of 35 miles per hour on a paved, level surface, is fully enclosed and has at least one door for entry. [2009 c.865 §12]

Source: Section 801.341 — “Medium-speed electric vehicle.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 824.222 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 824 / Section 824.222
824.222 Authority over duration that grade crossing may be blocked
Status: in_force

(1) The power to fix and regulate the length of time a public railroad-highway grade crossing may be blocked by railroad equipment is vested exclusively in the state.

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Upon petition of the public authority in interest, or of any railroad or upon the Department of Transportation’s own motion, the department shall, after due investigation and hearing, unless hearing is not required under ORS 824.214 (Procedure to obtain permission for crossings) , enter an order fixing and regulating the length of time a public railroad-highway grade crossing may be blocked by railroad equipment.

(b) Upon petition of a person, the department shall investigate and may hold a hearing and, following a hearing, may enter an order fixing and regulating the length of time a public railroad-highway grade crossing may be blocked by railroad equipment.

(3) The time limits fixed by the department shall be maximum time limits and shall be commensurate with reasonable requirements of train and vehicular traffic operations.

(4) Violation of a time limit fixed by the department under this section is punishable by a civil penalty of not less than $100 nor more than $3,000 for each offense. [Formerly 763.120; 2001 c.909 §1]

Source: Section 824.222 — Authority over duration that grade crossing may be blocked; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors824.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 816.310 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 816 / Section 816.310
816.310 Exemptions from lighting equipment requirements
Status: in_force

This section establishes exemptions from ORS 816.040 (Lighting equipment standards) to 816.300 (Operation with nonstandard lighting equipment) . The exemptions under this section are in addition to any exemptions under ORS 801.026 (General exemptions) . The exemptions established under this section are partial or complete as described in the following:

(1) ORS 816.040 (Lighting equipment standards) to 816.300 (Operation with nonstandard lighting equipment) shall not be construed to prohibit the use of additional parts and accessories on any vehicle not inconsistent with the provisions of those sections.

(2) Lighting equipment used on vehicles of special interest that are registered under ORS 805.020 (Special interest vehicles) shall be deemed in compliance with ORS 816.040 (Lighting equipment standards) to 816.300 (Operation with nonstandard lighting equipment) if the equipment is original manufacturer’s equipment and accessories, or their equivalent and if the equipment is maintained in safe operating condition.

(3) ORS 816.040 (Lighting equipment standards) to 816.300 (Operation with nonstandard lighting equipment) do not apply to equipment on any of the following:

(a) Road machinery.

(b) Road rollers.

(c) Farm tractors.

(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.

(e) Motorized wheelchairs when used as permitted under ORS 811.440 (When motor vehicles may operate on bicycle lane) .

(4) On any combination of vehicles, only the lighting equipment on the rearmost vehicle in the combination of vehicles need be visible from distances specified under ORS 816.040 (Lighting equipment standards) to 816.290 (End load lights) for lighting equipment on the rear of vehicles.

(5) Lighting equipment on bicycles shall meet the requirements established for such equipment under ORS 815.280 (Violation of bicycle equipment requirements) .

(6) Vehicle lighting equipment requirements for ambulances and emergency vehicles are established in ORS 820.350 (Ambulance warning lights) .

(7) Lighting equipment on electric personal assistive mobility devices shall meet the requirements established in ORS 815.284 (Violation of electric personal assistive mobility device equipment requirements) . [1983 c.338 §459; 1985 c.16 §241; 1991 c.417 §6; 2003 c.341 §18; 2015 c.138 §36]

Source: Section 816.310 — Exemptions from lighting equipment requirements , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors816.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.011 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.011
813.011 Felony driving under the influence of intoxicants
Status: in_force

(1) Driving under the influence of intoxicants under ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) shall be a Class C felony if at least two times in the 10 years prior to the date of the current offense the defendant has been convicted of any of the following offenses in any combination:

(a) Driving under the influence of intoxicants in violation of ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) , or its statutory counterpart in another jurisdiction.

(b) A driving under the influence of intoxicants offense in another jurisdiction that involved the impaired driving or operation of a vehicle, an aircraft or a boat due to the use of an intoxicant, as defined in ORS 801.321 (“Intoxicant.”) , or a combination of intoxicants.

(c) An offense in another jurisdiction that involved driving or operating a vehicle, an aircraft or a boat while having a blood alcohol content above that jurisdiction’s permissible blood alcohol content.

(2) Once a person has been sentenced for a Class C felony under this section, the 10-year time limitation is eliminated and any subsequent episode of driving under the influence of intoxicants shall be a Class C felony regardless of the amount of time which intervenes.

(3) Upon conviction for a Class C felony under this section, the person shall be sentenced to a mandatory minimum term of incarceration of 90 days, without reduction for any reason. [2011 c.1 §3; 2011 c.598 §2; 2021 c.480 §2; 2023 c.498 §6]

Note: 813.011 (Felony driving under the influence of intoxicants) was enacted into law but was not added to or made a part of the Oregon Vehicle Code or any chapter or series therein by law. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 813.011 — Felony driving under the influence of intoxicants; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).