ORS § 825.960 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.960
825.960 Department action against employer when department receives notification of violation of out-of-service order
Status: in_force

(1) When the Department of Transportation receives notification that a person has violated an out-of-service order or notice, the department shall impose a civil penalty on the employer of an operator of a commercial motor vehicle if the department finds that the employer knowingly allowed, permitted, authorized or required the operator to violate the order or notice.

(2) For purposes of this section, “notification” includes, but is not necessarily limited to, a record of conviction and a record of a determination by a state or federal agency with jurisdiction to make such determinations that the person has violated an out-of-service order or notice.

(3) Civil penalties under this section shall be imposed in the manner provided by ORS 183.745 (Civil penalty procedures) .

(4) If the amount of the penalty is not paid to the department, the Attorney General, at the request of the department, shall bring an action in the name of the State of Oregon in the Circuit Court of Marion County to recover such penalty. The action shall not be commenced until after the time has expired for an appeal from the findings, conclusions and order of the department. In all such actions the procedure and rules of evidence shall be the same as an ordinary civil action except as otherwise provided in this chapter.

(5) The department may adopt by rule a schedule establishing the amount of the civil penalty that may be imposed under this section. [Formerly 767.996; 1997 c.275 §33; 2007 c.122 §5; 2009 c.395 §12; 2021 c.630 §122]

Source: Section 825.960 — Department action against employer when department receives notification of violation of out-of-service order; civil penalty; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.599 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.599
813.599 Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in ORS chapter 813:

(1) “Ignition interlock device technician” means an individual employed by a service center to install, service, maintain, calibrate or remove ignition interlock devices.

(2) “Manufacturer’s representative” means a business entity:

(a) That is registered with or authorized by the Secretary of State to transact business in this state;

(b) That is designated by an ignition interlock device manufacturer to sell, rent or lease a specific ignition interlock device model in Oregon; and

(c) That provides statewide ignition interlock device service through the operation of a network of service centers.

(3) “Negative report” includes a report of tampering with an ignition interlock device, unauthorized removal of an ignition interlock device, lockout or a test violation recorded by an ignition interlock device.

(4) “Service center” means a private entity that installs, services, maintains, calibrates and removes ignition interlock devices in this state.

(5) “Test violation” means:

(a) For a person who is required to use an ignition interlock device as a condition of a driving while under the influence of intoxicants diversion agreement:

(A) An attempt to start a vehicle while the person has a blood alcohol content higher than 0.02 percent by weight unless a subsequent test performed within 10 minutes registers a blood alcohol content of 0.02 percent by weight or lower and a digital image confirms that the same person provided both samples; or

(B) Failure to pass a random retest due to a blood alcohol content higher than 0.02 percent by weight unless a subsequent test performed within 10 minutes registers a blood alcohol content of 0.02 percent by weight or lower and a digital image confirms that the same person provided both samples;

(b) For a person who is required to use an ignition interlock device and is not subject to a driving while under the influence of intoxicants diversion agreement:

(A) An attempt to start a vehicle while the person has a blood alcohol level higher than 0.02 percent by weight unless a subsequent test performed within 10 minutes registers a blood alcohol content of 0.02 percent by weight or lower and a digital image confirms that the same person provided both samples; or

(B) Failure to pass a random retest due to a blood alcohol content higher than 0.02 percent by weight unless a subsequent test performed within 10 minutes registers a blood alcohol content of 0.02 percent by weight or lower and a digital image confirms that the same person provided both samples; or

(c) For any person required to use an ignition interlock device, a failure to take a random retest. [2017 c.655 §2; 2019 c.200 §3]

Source: Section 813.599 — Definitions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.233 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.233
811.233 Failure to yield right of way to highway worker
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure to yield the right of way to a highway worker who is a pedestrian if the person is operating a motor vehicle in a highway work zone and does not yield the right of way to a highway worker who is a pedestrian.

(2) The provisions of ORS 814.040 (Failure to yield to vehicle) and 814.070 (Improper position upon or improperly proceeding along highway) regarding pedestrians do not apply to pedestrians described in subsection (1) of this section.

(3) The offense described in this section, failure to yield the right of way to a highway worker who is a pedestrian, is a Class B traffic violation. [1997 c.843 §2]

Source: Section 811.233 — Failure to yield right of way to highway worker; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 809.120 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 809 / Section 809.120
809.120 Court-ordered suspension of registration or driving privileges for weight violation
Status: in_force

(1) In addition to any other punishment imposed under ORS 818.040 (Violation of posted weight limits) , a convicting court has authority to order the suspension of the driving privileges of the operator of the vehicle used to violate ORS 818.040 (Violation of posted weight limits) or the registration of the vehicle if the vehicle is required to be registered by the Department of Transportation. The authority of a court to order the suspension of driving privileges or registration under this section is subject to the following:

(a) Subject to paragraph (b) of this subsection, the court may only order suspension for a period of up to 90 days.

(b) For a second or subsequent violation of ORS 818.040 (Violation of posted weight limits) , within one year after the first conviction, the court shall order the suspension for not less than 30 days nor more than 90 days.

(2) Upon ordering a suspension under this section, a court shall secure the license, driver permit or registration plates ordered suspended and shall immediately forward them to the department with the order of suspension as provided under ORS 809.275 (Court to take possession of license or permit) .

(3) Upon receipt of an order under this section, the department shall proceed as provided under ORS 809.280 (Department procedures following court order of suspension or revocation) . [1983 c.338 §390; 1985 c.16 §207; 1991 c.407 §31; 2011 c.355 §3; 2021 c.630 §90]

Source: Section 809.120 — Court-ordered suspension of registration or driving privileges for weight violation , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors809.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 810.425 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 810 / Section 810.425
810.425 Procedure in certain parking cases
Status: in_force

(1) In all prosecutions of the owner of a vehicle for violation of ORS 811.555 (Illegal stopping, standing or parking) (1)(b), 811.570 (Improperly positioning parallel parked vehicle) (1)(b), 811.575 (Violation of posted parking restrictions on state highways) (1)(b) and 811.585 (Failure to secure motor vehicle) (1)(b), of any parking regulations prescribed under ORS 276.002 (Control of State Capitol) or of an applicable ordinance, it shall be sufficient for a police officer to charge the defendant by an unsworn written notice if the notice clearly states:

(a) The date, place and nature of the charge.

(b) The time and place for defendant’s appearance in court.

(c) The name of the issuing officer.

(d) The license number of the vehicle.

(2) The notice provided for in subsection (1) of this section shall either be delivered to the defendant or placed in a conspicuous place upon the vehicle involved in the violation. A duplicate original of the notice shall serve as the complaint in the case when it is filed with the court. In all other respects the procedure otherwise provided by law in such cases shall be followed. Notwithstanding ORS 153.042 (Citations generally) , the issuing officer need not have observed the act of parking, but need only have observed that the vehicle appeared to be parked in violation of ORS 811.555 (Illegal stopping, standing or parking) (1)(b), 811.570 (Improperly positioning parallel parked vehicle) (1)(b), 811.575 (Violation of posted parking restrictions on state highways) (1)(b) and 811.585 (Failure to secure motor vehicle) (1)(b), of any parking regulations prescribed under ORS 276.002 (Control of State Capitol) or of an applicable ordinance.

(3) A circuit court and a justice court have concurrent jurisdiction over parking offenses committed within the county.

(4) This section does not apply to prosecutions under city ordinances but ORS 221.333 (Parking ordinance violation) shall apply to such prosecutions. [1987 c.687 §2; 1995 c.658 §116; 1999 c.1051 §89a; 2007 c.175 §3]

Source: Section 810.425 — Procedure in certain parking cases , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors810.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 824.106 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 824 / Section 824.106
824.106 Use of noncomplying caboose prohibited
Status: in_force

A caboose shall not be placed in service unless it is in compliance with all of the provisions of ORS 824.102 (Application of requirements) to 824.110 (Administrative authority of department) relating to required equipment and standards of maintenance. In the event a failure of required equipment or standards of maintenance occurs after a caboose has departed from a terminal and a member of the train crew has boarded the caboose, the railroad operating the caboose shall not be deemed to be in violation of ORS 824.102 (Application of requirements) to 824.110 (Administrative authority of department) if such failure of equipment or standard of maintenance is corrected at the first point at which maintenance supplies are available or, in the case of repairs, the first point at which repair facilities are available and repairs can reasonably be made or the defective equipment replaced. [Formerly 761.630; 1999 c.59 §247]

Source: Section 824.106 — Use of noncomplying caboose prohibited; equipment failure; repair , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors824.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.206 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.206
825.206 Duties of interstate carriers
Status: in_force

A person engaged exclusively in the conduct of interstate transportation shall:

(1) Observe and comply with the laws of this state regulating traffic on its highways, or the operation of motor vehicles thereon, or limiting the size, weight or speed of motor vehicles; and

(2) Observe and comply with the laws of this state and with the orders, rules and regulations of the Department of Transportation, county courts, boards of county commissioners and municipal authorities to protect the highways from substantial damage and to promote safety to other users thereof, to adjacent property and facilities and to the public. [Formerly 767.430; 1997 c.249 §263]

Source: Section 825.206 — Duties of interstate carriers , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.050 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.050
803.050 Application
Status: in_force

(1) An application for title required under ORS 803.045 (Issuance of title) shall be in a form specified by the Department of Transportation and shall contain all the following:

(a) A full description of the vehicle, including, but not necessarily limited to, the vehicle identification number.

(b) The name of the owner of the vehicle or other person whose name is to be shown on the title.

(c) The identity of any security interests in order of priority.

(d) The identity of the interest of any lessor.

(e) A disclosure of whether the vehicle is a replica or is specially constructed, reconstructed or assembled. If the title and registration records of the department already indicate that a vehicle is a replica or is specially constructed, reconstructed or assembled, disclosure under this subsection is not required unless the vehicle has been changed since title for the vehicle was last transferred.

(f) If the title application shows a leasehold interest, the lessor shall designate whether the lessor or the lessee is to be shown on the title as the owner of the vehicle.

(g) Any other information required by the department.

(2) Notwithstanding subsection (1) of this section, the department may accept an application that does not contain everything required by this section if the department is satisfied as to the ownership of the vehicle. [1983 c.338 §180; 1985 c.16 §62; 1985 c.251 §15; 1985 c.300 §1; 1985 c.402 §8a; 1987 c.750 §3a; 1989 c.148 §10; 1991 c.551 §2; 1991 c.873 §9; 1993 c.233 §22]

Source: Section 803.050 — Application; contents , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.200 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.200
815.200 Violation of visible emission limits
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of violation of visible emission limits if the person operates, drives and causes or permits to be driven on any highway:

(a) A motor vehicle, other than one described in paragraph (b) of this subsection, that has visible emissions exceeding visible emissions allowed under Visible Emission Standard I under ORS 815.195 (Requirements and standards) .

(b) A motor vehicle powered by compression ignition, two cycle or diesel cycle engines or a vehicle excluded by order of the Environmental Quality Commission under ORS 468A.075 (Variances from air contamination rules and standards) and the vehicle has visible emissions exceeding visible emissions allowed under Visible Emission Standard II under ORS 815.195 (Requirements and standards) .

(2) The exemptions from this section are established under ORS 815.205 (Exemptions from visible emission limits) .

(3) The offense described in this section, violation of visible emission limits, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §485; 1985 c.393 §21]

Source: Section 815.200 — Violation of visible emission limits; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 802.187 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 802 / Section 802.187
802.187 Relationship to other privacy statutes
Status: in_force

(1) Nothing in ORS 802.175 (Definitions for ORS 802.175 to 802.191) to 802.187 (Relationship to other privacy statutes) authorizes disclosure by the Department of Transportation of personal information that is barred from disclosure by the provisions of ORS 192.355 (Public records exempt from disclosure) (2) or 192.368 (Nondisclosure on request of home address, home telephone number and electronic mail address) .

(2) Nothing in ORS 802.175 (Definitions for ORS 802.175 to 802.191) to 802.187 (Relationship to other privacy statutes) prohibits an individual from having access to personal information about the individual that is contained in motor vehicle records. [1997 c.678 §8]

Source: Section 802.187 — Relationship to other privacy statutes; access to information about self , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors802.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 820.400 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 820 / Section 820.400
820.400 Unlawful operation of implement of husbandry
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of unlawful operation of an implement of husbandry if the person operates an implement of husbandry in violation of any of the following:

(a) Such vehicle must be driven as closely as is practicable to the right-hand edge of the roadbed, including the shoulders, if any.

(b) Such vehicle, if the movement of the vehicle occurs during the hours of darkness, must be equipped and operating two headlights, clearance lights and reflectors marking the overall width as far as practical and visible from the front, rear and sides and a taillight.

(c) An image display device may not be operated in an implement of husbandry at any time while the implement of husbandry is being operated on a highway. As used in this paragraph, “image display device” has the meaning given that term in ORS 815.240 (Unlawful use of image display device) .

(d) Such vehicle must display, when driven, a slow-moving vehicle emblem described in ORS 815.060 (Rules establishing standards for slow-moving vehicle emblems) .

(2) The offense described in this section, unlawful operation of an implement of husbandry, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §779; 1985 c.69 §7; 1985 c.393 §55; 1995 c.383 §101; 2005 c.572 §3]

Source: Section 820.400 — Unlawful operation of implement of husbandry; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors820.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.955 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.955
825.955 Civil penalty for violation of provisions relating to driver equipment compliance form or drug and alcohol testing program
Status: in_force

(1) In addition to any other penalties provided by law, the Department of Transportation may impose a civil penalty of not more than $1,000 for:

(a) Submittal of a false certification to the department on a driver equipment compliance check form;

(b) Failure by a motor carrier to return to the department as required by rule a driver equipment compliance check form; or

(c) Failure of a motor carrier to establish or participate in a drug and alcohol testing program as required by ORS 825.410 (Drug and alcohol testing program) .

(2) Each violation specified in subsection (1) of this section is a separate offense, and in the case of a continuing violation, each day’s continuance is a separate violation. Every act of commission or omission which procures, aids or abets in the violation is a violation under this section and subject to the penalty provided in this section.

(3) Civil penalties under this section shall be imposed in the manner provided in ORS 183.745 (Civil penalty procedures) .

(4) The department may reduce any civil penalty provided for in this section on such terms as the department considers proper if:

(a) The defendant admits the violations alleged in the notice and makes timely request for reduction of the penalty; or

(b) The defendant submits to the department a written request for reduction of the penalty within 15 days from the date the penalty order is served.

(5) If the amount of the penalty is not paid to the department, the Attorney General, at the request of the department, shall bring an action in the name of the State of Oregon in the Circuit Court of Marion County to recover such penalty. The action shall not be commenced until after the time has expired for an appeal from the findings, conclusions and order of the department. In all such actions the procedure and rules of evidence shall be the same as an ordinary civil action except as otherwise provided in this chapter.

(6) The department shall adopt rules describing the driver equipment compliance check form referred to in subsection (1) of this section. [Formerly 767.995; 1997 c.275 §32; 1999 c.1099 §5; 2009 c.395 §11]

Source: Section 825.955 — Civil penalty for violation of provisions relating to driver equipment compliance form or drug and alcohol testing program; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.065 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.065
815.065 Rules establishing standards for hydraulic brake fluid
Status: in_force

The Department of Transportation shall adopt and enforce rules for the purpose of regulation of hydraulic brake fluid under ORS 815.085 (Servicing with or selling unapproved brake fluid) . The rules shall establish standards and specifications and labeling requirements for hydraulic brake fluid and other liquid mediums through which force is transmitted to the brakes in the hydraulic brake system of a vehicle. The rules, in so far as practicable, shall conform to safety standards and specifications for brake fluids issued by the federal government and to the current standards and specifications of the Society of Automotive Engineers applicable to such fluid. The department shall publish rules adopted under this section. Penalties and prohibitions relating to the rules are as provided under ORS 815.085 (Servicing with or selling unapproved brake fluid) . [1983 c.338 §446; 1989 c.402 §5; 2003 c.158 §12]

Source: Section 815.065 — Rules establishing standards for hydraulic brake fluid , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.601 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.601
803.601 Disposition of fees collected for certain permits
Status: in_force

Fees collected by the Department of Transportation for recreational vehicle trip permits described in ORS 803.600 (Trip permits) shall be transferred to the State Parks and Recreation Department Fund established by ORS 390.134 (State Parks and Recreation Department Fund) and are continuously appropriated to the State Parks and Recreation Department for the purposes specified in ORS 390.134 (State Parks and Recreation Department Fund) . [1997 c.421 §3; 2003 c.14 §463]

Note: 803.601 (Disposition of fees collected for certain permits) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 803 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 803.601 — Disposition of fees collected for certain permits , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 810.443 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 810 / Section 810.443
810.443 Photo radar
Status: repealed

[2015 c.721 §1]

Source: Section 810.443 — Photo radar; urban high crash corridors in City of Portland (repealed) , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors810.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.237 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.237
801.237 “District” defined for certain purposes
Status: in_force

As used in this section and ORS 267.001 (Authority of certain mass transit and transportation districts to impose vehicle registration fees) , 268.503 (Vehicle registration fees) , 801.040 (Authority to adopt special provisions) , 801.042 (Terms and conditions for imposition of registration fee by district) , 802.110 (Procedures for financial administration) , 803.420 (Registration fees) , 803.445 (Authority of counties and districts to impose registration fees) and 803.585 (Registration fees in lieu of certain other taxes and licenses) , “district” means a mass transit or transportation district of over 400,000 persons established under ORS chapter 267 and a metropolitan service district of over 400,000 persons established under ORS chapter 268. [1989 c.864 §2a; 2009 c.865 §40d]

Note: 801.237 (“District” defined for certain purposes) 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 801.237 — “District” defined for certain purposes , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.435 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.435
811.435 Operation of motor vehicle on bicycle trail
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of operation of a motor vehicle on a bicycle trail if the person operates a motor vehicle upon a bicycle lane or a bicycle path.

(2) Exemptions to this section are provided under ORS 811.440 (When motor vehicles may operate on bicycle lane) .

(3) This section is not applicable to mopeds. ORS 811.440 (When motor vehicles may operate on bicycle lane) and 814.210 (Operation of moped on sidewalk or bicycle trail) control the operation and use of mopeds on bicycle lanes and paths.

(4) The offense described in this section, operation of a motor vehicle on a bicycle trail, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §643]

Source: Section 811.435 — Operation of motor vehicle on bicycle trail; exemptions; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.500 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.500
814.500 Rights and duties of person riding motorized wheelchair on bicycle lane or path
Status: in_force

Every person riding a motorized wheelchair on a bicycle lane or path is subject to the provisions applicable to and has the same rights and duties as the driver of a bicycle when operating on a bicycle lane or path, except:

(1) When those provisions which by their very nature can have no application.

(2) When otherwise specifically provided under the vehicle code. [1991 c.417 §3]

Source: Section 814.500 — Rights and duties of person riding motorized wheelchair on bicycle lane or path , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 809.515 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 809 / Section 809.515
809.515 Failure to appear, pay fine or obey court order in another jurisdiction
Status: in_force

(1) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The Department of Transportation shall suspend the commercial driving privileges of a person if the department receives a notice from another jurisdiction that the person failed to appear in a prosecution on a citation for a traffic offense or for a violation in the other jurisdiction that, if committed in this state, would be grounds for suspension under ORS 809.220 (Failure to appear) , and the person held commercial driving privileges or was operating a commercial motor vehicle at the time of the offense. The period of a suspension under this subsection is the shorter of:

(A) Ten years; or

(B) Until the department receives notice from the other jurisdiction that the person appeared.

(b) The department shall suspend a person’s commercial driving privileges under this subsection without regard to whether the other jurisdiction suspends any driving privileges of the person by reason of the person’s failure to appear.

(c) This subsection does not apply to failure to appear in a proceeding relating to a parking, pedestrian, vehicle defect or bicycling offense.

(2) The department shall suspend the commercial driving privileges of a person if the department receives a notice from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration that the person has been disqualified from operating a commercial motor vehicle and that the disqualification is due to a determination that the driving of that person constitutes an imminent hazard. The department shall immediately suspend commercial driving privileges under this subsection without hearing, but the person may request a post-imposition hearing under ORS 809.440 (Hearing and administrative review procedures) (5), without regard to any hearings conducted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. The period of a suspension under this section is the period of suspension prescribed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, or one year, whichever is shorter. [2013 c.237 §5; 2020 s.s.1 c.10 §9; 2021 c.630 §84]

Source: Section 809.515 — Failure to appear, pay fine or obey court order in another jurisdiction; disqualification by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors809.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 824.200 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 824 / Section 824.200
824.200 Definitions for 824.200 to 824.256
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 824.200 (Definitions for 824.200 to 824.256) to 824.256 (Expense contributed by public held in trust by railroad company) , unless the context requires otherwise:

(1) “High speed rail system” means a fixed guideway passenger transportation system capable of transporting passengers at speeds exceeding 79 miles per hour and connecting two or more urban areas, including but not limited to any such system that utilizes or incorporates, in whole or in part, existing rail transportation facilities and any necessary upgrades of or modifications to existing rail transportation facilities.

(2) “Highway” includes all roads, streets, alleys, avenues, boulevards, parkways and other places in this state actually open and in use, or to be opened and used for travel by the public.

(3) “Installation costs,” when used in the context of protective devices, includes costs of acquiring, assembling and rendering operational the device and its attendant controls, circuitry and fail-safe mechanisms.

(4) “Maintenance costs,” when used in the context of protective devices, includes preventive maintenance, repair and replacement of the device and its attendant controls, circuitry and fail-safe mechanisms.

(5) “Protective device” means a sign, signal, gate or other device to warn or protect the public, installed at or in advance of a railroad-highway crossing.

(6) Except in proceedings under ORS 824.236 (Protective devices at unauthorized railroad-highway crossing) , “public authority in interest” means the state, county, municipal or other governmental body with jurisdiction over the highway crossing the railroad track. In proceedings under ORS 824.236 (Protective devices at unauthorized railroad-highway crossing) , “public authority in interest” means the county, municipal or other governmental body that has primary zoning authority over the lands served by the crossing.

(7) “Railroad” has the meaning given that term in ORS 824.020 (Definitions for ORS 824.020 to 824.042) , and includes logging and other private railroads.

(8) “Railroad company” includes every corporation, company, association, joint stock association, partnership or person, and their lessees, trustees or receivers, appointed by any court whatsoever, owning, operating, controlling or managing any railroad.

(9) “Unauthorized railroad-highway crossing” means a crossing at grade that is actually open and in use, or to be opened and used for travel by the public, and that has not been authorized under ORS 824.204 (Authority to construct grade crossings) . [Formerly 763.010; 2005 c.22 §517]

Source: Section 824.200 — Definitions for 824.200 to 824.256 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors824.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.320 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.320
803.320 Permitting unlawful operation of unregistered vehicle
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of permitting unlawful operation of an unregistered vehicle if the person authorizes or knowingly permits a motor vehicle that is owned by the person or under the person’s control and that is not registered as required under the vehicle code or ORS chapter 826 to be driven by any person.

(2) The offense described in this section, permitting unlawful operation of unregistered vehicle, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §208; 1991 c.407 §23; 1995 c.383 §5]

Source: Section 803.320 — Permitting unlawful operation of unregistered vehicle; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 820.030 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 820 / Section 820.030
820.030 Safety code
Status: in_force

The Department of Transportation shall make and enforce reasonable rules relating to vehicles described under ORS 820.010 (Vehicles subject to safety regulation) and 820.020 (Vehicles other than worker transport vehicles that are subject to safety regulation) . Authority for enforcement of the rules is established under ORS 820.040 (Inspection of vehicles) to 820.070 (Driver violation of worker transport vehicle safety code) . The rules shall be embodied in a safety code and the safety code is subject to all of the following:

(1) The safety code shall establish minimum standards for all of the following aspects of the safety and operation of vehicles described under ORS 820.010 (Vehicles subject to safety regulation) and 820.020 (Vehicles other than worker transport vehicles that are subject to safety regulation) :

(a) For the construction and mechanical equipment of a motor vehicle, including its coupling devices, lighting devices and reflectors, motor exhaust system, rear-vision mirrors, service and parking brakes, steering mechanism, tires, warning and signaling devices and windshield wipers.

(b) For the operation of a motor vehicle, including driving rules, loading and carrying freight and passengers, maximum daily hours of service by drivers, minimum age and skill of drivers, physical condition of drivers, refueling, road warning devices and the transportation of gasoline and explosives.

(c) For the safety of passengers in a motor vehicle, including emergency exits, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, means of ingress and egress, side walls, and a tailgate or other means of retaining freight and passengers within the motor vehicle.

(2) Before formulating a draft of the safety code, the department shall invite the participation of interested state agencies and representative business, farm, labor and safety organizations. These groups may make suggestions relating to the minimum standards to be embodied in the safety code. The department shall consider the suggestions and prepare a tentative draft of the safety code.

(3) The following apply to hearings on a tentative draft under this section:

(a) Upon the fixing of dates and places for hearings to consider the tentative draft, the department:

(A) Shall cause notices of the hearings to be published in one or more daily newspapers of general circulation published and circulated in the City of Portland and in such other newspapers of general circulation in this state as will give wide notices of the hearings; and

(B) Shall cause copies of the tentative draft to be widely distributed among representative business, farm, labor and safety organizations and among interested individuals.

(b) Any individuals or groups may participate in the hearings, and submit their comments and suggestions relating to the minimum standards embodied in the tentative draft.

(4) Notice of the adoption and issuance of the safety code shall be given in the same manner as notices of the hearings.

(5) The department shall cause copies of the safety code and amendments thereto to be widely distributed among interested state agencies, among representative business, farm, labor and safety organizations and among interested individuals.

(6) The department may amend the safety code at any time upon its own motion or upon complaint by any individual or group, in the same manner as the safety code was prepared, adopted and distributed under this section.

(7) No defect or inaccuracy in a notice or in the publication thereof shall invalidate the safety code or any amendment thereto adopted and issued by the department. [1983 c.338 §740; 1985 c.16 §356]

Source: Section 820.030 — Safety code; rules; standards; tentative draft; hearings; notice; amendment , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors820.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 809.267 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 809 / Section 809.267
809.267 Additional fee upon notice of suspension or restriction
Status: in_force

A court shall add a $15 fee to the judgment in any case in which the court gives notice to the Department of Transportation of the suspension or restriction of a defendant’s driving privileges. The fee shall be added to the judgment without further notice to the defendant or further order of the court. This section applies to suspensions or restrictions ordered by a court for failure of a person to comply with a court order or with any conditions imposed by the court, for failure to pay a fine or for failure to appear as required by ORS 153.061 (Appearance by defendant) . [1995 c.142 §2; 1999 c.1051 §140; 2001 c.823 §26]

Source: Section 809.267 — Additional fee upon notice of suspension or restriction , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors809.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.632 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.632
811.632 Appointment of volunteers to issue citations
Status: reserved

(1) A law enforcement agency authorized to enforce parking laws may appoint volunteers to issue citations for violations of ORS 811.615 (Unlawful parking in space reserved for persons with disabilities) , 811.617 (Blocking parking space reserved for persons with disabilities) , 811.625 (Unlawful use of disabled person parking permit) and 811.630 (Misuse of program placard) , or of ordinances dealing with parking privileges for persons with disabilities. Volunteers appointed under this subsection must be at least 21 years of age. The law enforcement agency appointing the volunteers may establish any other qualifications the agency deems desirable.

(2) Any agency appointing volunteers under this section shall provide training to the volunteers before authorizing them to issue citations.

(3) A citation issued by a volunteer appointed under this section shall have the same force and effect as a citation issued by a police officer for the same offense. [1991 c.741 §10; 1997 c.498 §3; 2007 c.70 §340]

Note: 811.632 (Appointment of volunteers to issue citations) 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 811.632 — Appointment of volunteers to issue citations , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 826.021 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 826 / Section 826.021
826.021 Proration of fees for proportionally registered vehicles
Status: in_force

(1) For vehicles that are initially registered under proportional registration under ORS 826.009 (Proportional registration of commercial vehicles) or 826.011 (Proportional fleet registration) , the Department of Transportation shall prorate the fees as provided in this subsection according to the registration period elected by the registrant and approved by the department for the vehicle or fleet of vehicles. The proration of fees under this subsection shall be as follows except that in no case shall the fee on which Oregon fees are based be less than $10:

(a) If the vehicle is registered after the expiration of the first quarter of the registration period, three-fourths of the fees shall be used to determine the Oregon fees.

(b) If the vehicle is registered after the expiration of the first half of the registration period, one-half of the fees shall be used to determine the Oregon fees.

(c) If the vehicle is registered after the expiration of three-fourths of the registration period, one-fourth of the fees shall be used to determine the Oregon fees.

(2) The department, by rule, may adjust registration fees or registration periods for a vehicle, as is administratively convenient for the department, if:

(a) The vehicle is changed from one type of registration to another type; or

(b) Any other change relating to the registration of the vehicle is made where it would be administratively convenient for the department to make such adjustments. [Formerly 768.017]

Source: Section 826.021 — Proration of fees for proportionally registered vehicles; adjustment of fees and registration periods by department; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors826.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 809.100 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 809 / Section 809.100
809.100 Hearing on proposed cancellation or refusal
Status: in_force

(1) When the Department of Transportation proposes to cancel or refuse to issue or renew title or registration, opportunity for hearing shall be accorded as provided in ORS chapter 183.

(2) Judicial review of orders under this section shall be in accordance with ORS chapter 183. [1983 c.338 §282; 1985 c.16 §114; 1985 c.401 §11; 1993 c.233 §54]

Source: Section 809.100 — Hearing on proposed cancellation or refusal; judicial review , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors809.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.225 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.225
803.225 Failure to designate replica, reconstructed, assembled or specially constructed vehicle in title or registration application
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure to designate a replica or a reconstructed, assembled or specially constructed vehicle if the person makes application for the titling or registration of a vehicle that is a replica or a reconstructed, assembled or specially constructed vehicle and that fact is not indicated in the application.

(2) The offense described in this section, failure to designate a replica, reconstructed, assembled or specially constructed vehicle in application for title or registration, is a Class B misdemeanor. [1983 c.338 §203; 1985 c.393 §4; 1985 c.402 §10; 1993 c.233 §47]

Source: Section 803.225 — Failure to designate replica, reconstructed, assembled or specially constructed vehicle in title or registration application; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 802.260 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 802 / Section 802.260
802.260 Driver license and identification card records
Status: in_force

(1) In addition to any other information required or permitted by law, the records of driver licenses maintained by the Department of Transportation and the records of identification cards issued under ORS 807.400 (Issuance) maintained by the department shall include the name, address, date of birth and county of residence of each holder of an unexpired driver license and each holder of an unexpired identification card.

(2) At the request of the clerk of court, as defined in ORS 10.010 (Definitions) , for an Oregon county, or at the request of the State Court Administrator, the department shall furnish a copy of the records maintained for a county under subsection (1) of this section. The department shall establish a fee reasonably calculated to reimburse the department for the actual costs of providing the records and shall collect the fee from the requester of the records. [1987 c.681 §2; 1993 c.751 §18; 2003 c.803 §17]

Source: Section 802.260 — Driver license and identification card records; contents; copies to counties; fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors802.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.355 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.355
801.355 “Motor truck.”
Status: in_force

“Motor truck” means a motor vehicle that is primarily designed or used for carrying loads other than passengers. [1983 c.338 §61]

Source: Section 801.355 — “Motor truck.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.090 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.090
815.090 Replacement of vehicle windows with unapproved material
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of replacement of vehicle windows with unapproved material if the person makes or procures the replacement of windows or windshields in a motor vehicle and the replacement is made with a material that does not meet the standards established by the Department of Transportation under ORS 815.040 (Standards for window and windshield material) .

(2) This section does not apply to vehicles that are exempt under ORS 815.210 (Operation of vehicle without approved material in windows) from the prohibitions against operating a vehicle without approved materials in the vehicle windows.

(3) The offense described in this section, replacement of vehicle windows with unapproved material, is a Class A misdemeanor. [1983 c.338 §455; 2003 c.158 §4]

Source: Section 815.090 — Replacement of vehicle windows with unapproved material; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 824.102 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 824 / Section 824.102
824.102 Application of requirements
Status: in_force

The provisions of ORS 824.102 (Application of requirements) to 824.110 (Administrative authority of department) shall apply to all cabooses except those used in terminal service or in road service for a distance not to exceed three miles, and shall not apply to logging railways. [Formerly 761.605; 1999 c.59 §246]

Source: Section 824.102 — Application of requirements , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors824.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.036 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.036
807.036 Exceptions to endorsement requirement for tow vehicle operator
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the operator of a tow vehicle is not required to have an endorsement for towing a disabled vehicle that can be operated only by a person with an endorsement if the towing operation is the first move of the disabled vehicle and is performed as an emergency service or if the move is a subsequent move of an empty vehicle that requires a passenger endorsement or a school bus endorsement for operation. [1989 c.636 §13a; 1991 c.185 §4; 2003 c.14 §471; 2005 c.649 §4]

Source: Section 807.036 — Exceptions to endorsement requirement for tow vehicle operator , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.055 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.055
813.055 Civil penalty for violation of out-of-service order or notice
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation shall impose a civil penalty on the operator of a commercial motor vehicle if:

(a) The operator has violated an out-of-service order issued under ORS 813.050 (Out-of-service orders for operators of commercial motor vehicles) or any other out-of-service order or notice issued by the department or an authorized representative of the department; or

(b) The department receives notification that a person has violated any out-of-service order or notice issued by a state or federal agency.

(2) For the purposes of this section, “notification” may include, but is not limited to, a record of conviction or a record of a determination by a state or federal agency with jurisdiction to determine that the operator has violated an out-of-service order or notice.

(3) The department may adopt rules establishing a schedule of civil penalties that may be imposed under this section. The civil penalties imposed may not be reduced.

(4) Civil penalties under this section shall be imposed in the manner provided in ORS 183.745 (Civil penalty procedures) . [2009 c.395 §14; 2021 c.630 §116]

Note: 813.055 (Civil penalty for violation of out-of-service order or notice) was added to and made a part of the Oregon Vehicle Code by legislative action but was not added to ORS chapter 813 or any series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 813.055 — Civil penalty for violation of out-of-service order or notice; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.460 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.460
801.460 “School bus.”
Status: in_force

“School bus” means a motor vehicle that is described by any of the following:

(1) A vehicle that is marked with or displays the words “school bus.”

(2) A vehicle that is used to transport students to or from school and may be used to transport students to or from authorized school activities or functions and that is not a vehicle described by any of the following:

(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) .

(c) A vehicle, commonly known as a private passenger car or private passenger van, that is used by the owner of the vehicle or a relative of the owner of the vehicle for personal transportation of students to or from school or school activities and is not used for compensation except for the sharing of expenses in a ridesharing arrangement or reimbursement of mileage.

(d) A vehicle that is exempted from regulation as a school bus under ORS 820.150 (Rules and standards for exemption of certain vehicles from Oregon Vehicle Code) . [1983 c.338 §84; 1985 c.16 §23; 1985 c.420 §1]

Source: Section 801.460 — “School bus.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 805.260 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 805 / Section 805.260
805.260 Cultural registration plates
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation shall establish a cultural registration plate program to issue special registration plates called “cultural registration plates” upon request to owners of motor vehicles registered under the provisions of ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) (6)(a) to observe the importance of culture to Oregon. In addition, the department may adopt rules for issuance of cultural registration plates for vehicles not registered under the provisions of ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) (6)(a).

(2) In addition to any other fee authorized by law, for each cultural registration plate issued under subsection (1) of this section, the department shall collect a surcharge of $25 payable when the plate is issued and upon each subsequent renewal of registration of a vehicle bearing the plate. The department shall distribute the surcharge as provided in ORS 805.261 (Disposition of moneys from cultural registration plate surcharge) .

(3) The department, in consultation with the Trust for Cultural Development Board, shall design the cultural registration plates. The plates shall meet the requirements for registration plates described in ORS 803.535 (Size, form, material, color, design, contents) . [2001 c.954 §21; 2003 c.409 §7; 2017 c.750 §39n; 2020 c.1 §1]

Source: Section 805.260 — Cultural registration plates; rules; fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors805.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.106 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.106
803.106 Failure to deliver information on transfer of Oregon-titled vehicle for which there is no title certificate
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure to deliver information on transfer of a vehicle for which the Department of Transportation has issued title in a form other than a certificate if the person does not comply with rules adopted by the department concerning the information to be delivered.

(2) Nothing in this section authorizes the department to adopt rules requiring compliance with this section by persons who would be exempt from compliance with ORS 803.105 (Failure to deliver documents on transfer) even if they had been issued certificates of title by the department.

(3) The offense described in this section, failure to deliver information on transfer of a vehicle, is a Class D traffic violation. [1993 c.233 §35]

Source: Section 803.106 — Failure to deliver information on transfer of Oregon-titled vehicle for which there is no title certificate; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.250 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.250
811.250 Law applicable to vehicles registered out of state
Status: in_force

Any out-of-state registered vehicle is subject to all laws, rules and regulations governing the operation of such vehicles on the highways of this state. [1983 c.338 §606; 1985 c.401 §15]

Source: Section 811.250 — Law applicable to vehicles registered out of state , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.055 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.055
801.055 Weight standards
Status: in_force

(1) References in the vehicle code to weights and measures refer to United States Standards thereof.

(2) For purposes of the vehicle code, the weights of vehicles, combinations of vehicles, parts of vehicles, wheels or axles shall be determined by the use of methods, procedures and devices established by the Department of Transportation by rule. The rules established in accordance with this subsection may include any or all of the following:

(a) Methods and procedures to determine weights when weighing devices or facilities are not convenient.

(b) Standards and certification procedures for weighing devices.

(c) Any other rules the department determines necessary or convenient for purposes of this subsection. [1983 c.338 §11; 1985 c.172 §1]

Source: Section 801.055 — Weight standards; Department of Transportation responsibility for weight determination; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 820.050 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 820 / Section 820.050
820.050 Orders regarding noncomplying vehicles or drivers
Status: in_force

(1) Whenever the Department of Transportation finds that a vehicle described under ORS 820.010 (Vehicles subject to safety regulation) or 820.020 (Vehicles other than worker transport vehicles that are subject to safety regulation) violates any provision of the safety code adopted under ORS 820.030 (Safety code) or an amendment thereto, the department shall make, enter and serve upon the owner of the vehicle any order necessary to protect the safety of persons transported in the vehicle.

(2) The department may direct in an order, as a condition to the continued use of the motor vehicle for authorized purposes, that such additions, repairs, improvements or changes be made and such safety devices and safeguards be furnished and used as are reasonably required to satisfy the requirements of the safety code, in the manner and within the time specified in the order.

(3) The department may also issue to the owner of the vehicle an order to require that any driver of the motor vehicle satisfy the minimum standards for a driver under the safety code established under ORS 820.030 (Safety code) .

(4) Any person aggrieved by an order of the department under this section may appeal under the provisions of ORS 183.480 (Judicial review of agency orders) .

(5) Violation of an order issued under this section is subject to penalty as provided under ORS 820.060 (Safety requirement) . [1983 c.338 §742]

Source: Section 820.050 — Orders regarding noncomplying vehicles or drivers , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors820.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.105 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.105
815.105 Exemptions from equipment requirements
Status: in_force

This section establishes exemptions from ORS 815.030 (State vehicle equipment standards) and 815.100 (Operation of vehicle that violates equipment rules) . Exemptions under this section are in addition to any exemptions under ORS 801.026 (General exemptions) . Exemptions under this section are partial or complete as described in the following:

(1) Vehicles of special interest that are registered under ORS 805.020 (Special interest vehicles) are deemed to comply with ORS 815.030 (State vehicle equipment standards) and 815.100 (Operation of vehicle that violates equipment rules) if:

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

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

(2) Road machinery, road rollers, implements of husbandry, farm trailers and farm tractors are exempt from ORS 815.030 (State vehicle equipment standards) and 815.100 (Operation of vehicle that violates equipment rules) .

(3) Antique vehicles are exempt from ORS 815.030 (State vehicle equipment standards) and 815.100 (Operation of vehicle that violates equipment rules) if the vehicles are maintained as collectors’ items and used for exhibitions, parades, club activities and similar uses, but not used primarily for the transportation of persons or property.

(4) Motorized wheelchairs are exempt from ORS 815.030 (State vehicle equipment standards) and 815.100 (Operation of vehicle that violates equipment rules) when used as permitted under ORS 811.440 (When motor vehicles may operate on bicycle lane) .

(5) Racing activity vehicles are exempt from ORS 815.030 (State vehicle equipment standards) and 815.100 (Operation of vehicle that violates equipment rules) . [1983 c.338 §467; 1985 c.16 §245; 1989 c.402 §7; 1991 c.417 §5; 1997 c.402 §7; 2007 c.693 §10]

Source: Section 815.105 — Exemptions from equipment requirements , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.335 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.335
811.335 Unlawful or unsignaled turn
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of making an unlawful or unsignaled turn if the person is operating a vehicle upon a highway and the person turns the vehicle right or left when:

(a) The movement cannot be made with reasonable safety; or

(b) The person fails to give an appropriate signal continuously during not less than the last 100 feet traveled by the vehicle before turning.

(2) Appropriate signals for use while turning are as designated 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) .

(3) The offense described in this section, making an unlawful or unsignaled turn, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §623; 1995 c.383 §59]

Source: Section 811.335 — Unlawful or unsignaled turn; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.650 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.650
803.650 Placement of permits in vehicles
Status: in_force

(1) A permit issued under ORS 803.600 (Trip permits) , 803.615 (Temporary permit for registration applicant) or 803.625 (Temporary registration permits issued by dealers) shall be placed on the left side of the rear window of the vehicle unless:

(a) The vehicle has no rear window; or

(b) The design of the vehicle or of any equipment lawfully added to the vehicle is such that a permit placed as required by this section could not easily be seen from outside the vehicle.

(2) The Department of Transportation shall adopt rules for the placement of permits that cannot be placed on the left side of the rear window of a vehicle. [1987 c.166 §2]

Source: Section 803.650 — Placement of permits in vehicles; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.478 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.478
803.478 Donation to Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veterans Suicide Prevention and Outreach Program
Status: in_force

(1) A person that applies for the renewal of vehicle registration online may make a contribution of $1 or more to the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veterans Suicide Prevention and Outreach Program at the time the online application for renewal of vehicle registration is made.

(2) The vehicle registration renewal website and online application form must state that the owner has the option of making a contribution to the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veterans Suicide Prevention and Outreach Program.

(3) Moneys contributed to the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veterans Suicide Prevention and Outreach Program in accordance with this section shall be deposited in the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veterans Suicide Prevention and Outreach Program Fund. [2013 c.779 §6]

Note: 803.478 (Donation to Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veterans Suicide Prevention and Outreach Program) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 803 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 803.478 — Donation to Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veterans Suicide Prevention and Outreach Program , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.665 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.665
803.665 Towing commercial fishing boat without permit
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding ORS 803.600 (Trip permits) , a person may tow the person’s own commercial fishing boat without a trip permit and regardless of the weight permitted under the registration of the trailer if the combined weight of the towing vehicle, the trailer and the boat is 15,000 pounds or less. [1989 c.992 §12b]

Source: Section 803.665 — Towing commercial fishing boat without permit , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 810.439 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 810 / Section 810.439
810.439 Citations based on photo radar
Status: repealed

[1995 c.579 §2; 1997 c.280 §2; 1999 c.1051 §142; 1999 c.1071 §2; 2005 c.22 §516; 2005 c.686 §4; 2007 c.634 §2]

Source: Section 810.439 — Citations based on photo radar; response to citation (repealed) , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors810.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.430 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.430
813.430 Grounds for increase in duration of suspension
Status: in_force

This section establishes circumstances under which ORS 813.420 (Duration of suspension for refusal or failure of test) requires an increase in the time for suspension of driving privileges and under which ORS 813.520 (Limitations on authority to issue hardship permit or reinstate driving privileges) requires an increase in the time before the Department of Transportation may issue a hardship permit. A person is subject to an increase in suspension time under this section if any of the following apply:

(1) The person is presently participating in a driving while under the influence of intoxicants diversion program in this state or in any similar alcohol or drug rehabilitation program in this or another jurisdiction.

(2) Within the five years preceding the date of arrest any of the following occurred:

(a) A suspension of the person’s driving privileges under ORS 813.410 (Suspension upon receipt of police report on implied consent test) or 482.540 (1981 Replacement Part) became effective.

(b) The person was convicted of:

(A) Driving while under the influence of intoxicants in violation of:

(i) ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) ;

(ii) The statutory counterpart to ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) in another jurisdiction; or

(iii) A municipal ordinance in this state or another jurisdiction;

(B) A driving under the influence of intoxicants offense in another jurisdiction that involved the impaired driving of a vehicle due to the use of an intoxicant or a combination of intoxicants; or

(C) A driving offense in another jurisdiction that involved operating a vehicle while having a blood alcohol content above that jurisdiction’s permissible blood alcohol content.

(c) The person commenced participating in a driving while under the influence of intoxicants diversion program in this state or in any similar alcohol or drug rehabilitation program in this or another jurisdiction.

(3) For the purposes of subsection (2)(b) of this section, a conviction for a driving offense in another jurisdiction based solely on a person under 21 years of age having a blood alcohol content that is lower than the permissible blood alcohol content in that jurisdiction for a person 21 years of age or older does not constitute a prior conviction. [1985 c.16 §173; 1985 c.672 §15; 1987 c.801 §12; 2007 c.879 §8; 2017 c.21 §87; 2021 c.253 §13; 2023 c.498 §15]

Source: Section 813.430 — Grounds for increase in duration of suspension , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 805.300 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 805 / Section 805.300
805.300 Farm vehicle registration
Status: in_force

Any farmer who is the owner of a motor vehicle may apply to the Department of Transportation for and, upon payment of appropriate fees, may receive farm vehicle registration described in this section to operate the vehicle. Farm vehicle registration is subject to the following as described:

(1) Application is as provided under ORS 805.320 (Application for registration) .

(2) Qualification is as provided under ORS 805.310 (Qualifications for registration) .

(3) The fees are as provided under ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) .

(4) The registration period is as provided under ORS 803.415 (Registration periods for vehicles) .

(5) Once registered under a farm vehicle registration, a vehicle may be used only for purposes described under ORS 805.390 (Permitted uses of farm-registered vehicles) . Violation of limits imposed on use is punishable as provided under ORS 805.350 (Violation of farm registration limits) .

(6) Vehicles are exempt from or subject to regulation under ORS chapter 825 as provided in ORS 825.024 (Applicability to farm vehicles) .

(7) Transfer is subject to ORS 805.340 (Effect of sale of vehicle) .

(8) The registration may be canceled as provided under ORS 805.380 (Department investigation) . [1983 c.338 §766; 1985 c.16 §366; 1989 c.723 §15; 1993 c.741 §135; 1993 c.751 §109]

Source: Section 805.300 — Farm vehicle registration; general requirements; fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors805.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.043 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.043
801.043 Moneys required by department for initial implementation of registration fees
Status: in_force

Moneys required by the Department of Transportation to establish a system for the initial implementation of the collection and distribution of additional registration fees authorized by chapter 864, Oregon Laws 1989, shall be taken from the moneys that would otherwise be distributed to the counties and cities under ORS 366.739 (Allocation of moneys to counties and cities generally) . [1989 c.864 §9]

Note: See note under 801.041 (Terms and conditions for imposition of registration fee by county) .

Note: Legislative Counsel has substituted “chapter 864, Oregon Laws 1989,” for the words “this Act” in section 9, chapter 864, Oregon Laws 1989, compiled as 801.043 (Moneys required by department for initial implementation of registration fees) . Specific ORS references have not been substituted, pursuant to 173.160 (Powers and duties of Legislative Counsel in preparing editions for publication) . The sections for which substitution otherwise would be made may be determined by referring to the 1989 Comparative Section Table located in Volume 22 of ORS.

Source: Section 801.043 — Moneys required by department for initial implementation of registration fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.100 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.100
815.100 Operation of vehicle that violates equipment rules
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of operation of a vehicle that violates state equipment administrative rules if the person drives or moves on any highway or owns and causes or knowingly permits to be driven or moved on any highway a vehicle if the vehicle or any equipment on the vehicle:

(a) Does not conform to standards established by the Department of Transportation by rule under ORS 815.030 (State vehicle equipment standards) ; and

(b) Does not bear thereon proof of certification that it complies with the applicable standards.

(2) Proof of certification required under this section may be made in any manner provided under ORS 815.030 (State vehicle equipment standards) .

(3) This section is subject to the exemptions from this section established under ORS 815.105 (Exemptions from equipment requirements) .

(4) Vehicle equipment standards established by rule under ORS 815.030 (State vehicle equipment standards) supersede any other equipment standards under the vehicle code when so provided by ORS 815.030 (State vehicle equipment standards) .

(5) The offense described under this section, operation of vehicle that violates state equipment administrative rules, is a Class C traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §466; 1985 c.16 §244; 1985 c.393 §16]

Source: Section 815.100 — Operation of vehicle that violates equipment rules; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.072 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.072
814.072 Issuance of permit to be upon or to proceed along highway
Status: in_force

(1) A road authority may issue a permit that authorizes a pedestrian or a group to be positioned upon or to proceed along a highway if the pedestrian or group shows to the satisfaction of the road authority:

(a) Proof of liability insurance in an amount of not less than $1 million; and

(b) That the pedestrian or group will meet the public safety requirements adopted by the Department of Transportation by rule.

(2) Upon issuance of a permit, the permit holder shall provide a copy of the permit to any applicable local jurisdiction. [2008 c.47 §5]

Note: 814.072 (Issuance of permit to be upon or to proceed along highway) was added to and made a part of the Oregon Vehicle Code by legislative action but was not added to ORS chapter 814 or any series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 814.072 — Issuance of permit to be upon or to proceed along highway , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 818.205 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 818 / Section 818.205
818.205 Continuous operation variance permit
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation, in consultation with other road authorities, shall develop and implement a system of issuing continuous operation variance permits. The system shall allow a person to obtain one permit that is valid for every road authority in whose jurisdiction the person will travel.

(2) The department, in consultation with other road authorities, shall develop standards for terms and conditions of continuous operation variance permits. The standards shall be applicable throughout the state and shall honor size and weight restrictions established by any road authority for highways and structures under its jurisdiction.

(3) If requested to do so by another road authority, the department shall contract with that road authority to allow the authority to distribute permits described in this section. The department may contract with private contractors to distribute permits described in this section.

(4) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a road authority other than the department may not issue a continuous operation variance permit for its roads unless the road authority participates in the system developed under subsection (1) of this section.

(5) For purposes of provisions of Oregon Revised Statutes referring to permits issued under ORS 818.200 (Authority to issue variance permits) , a permit issued under this section shall be considered a permit issued under ORS 818.200 (Authority to issue variance permits) , unless to so consider the permit contradicts a specific provision of this section.

(6) The fee for a permit issued under this section that is valid for travel in more than one road authority jurisdiction shall be an amount determined by the department by rule, not to exceed $8, plus an additional amount to be determined by the department by rule, not to exceed $8, for each jurisdiction in which travel is authorized by the permit. [1999 c.772 §2]

Source: Section 818.205 — Continuous operation variance permit; standards; relationship to permit issued under ORS 818.200; fee , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors818.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 821.130 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 821 / Section 821.130
821.130 Out-of-state snowmobile permit
Status: in_force

(1) An out-of-state snowmobile permit is a vehicle permit that is issued as evidence of a grant of authority to operate in this state a snowmobile that is:

(a) Owned by a resident of another state;

(b) Not registered in this state or in the other state; and

(c) Exempt from registration under ORS 821.090 (Exemptions from snowmobile registration requirements) .

(2) The Department of Transportation shall establish a program for the issuance of out-of-state snowmobile permits under this section. The program established by the department shall comply with all of the following:

(a) A permit may only be issued for snowmobiles owned by the resident of another state where registration is not required by law.

(b) A permit is valid for not more than 60 days.

(c) Application for a permit shall state the name and address of each owner.

(d) The fees for issuance of the permit are as provided under ORS 821.320 (Snowmobile registration and permit fees) . [1983 c.338 §720; 1985 c.459 §24; 1989 c.991 §30; 1993 c.751 §82; 1995 c.774 §22; 1999 c.977 §33]

Source: Section 821.130 — Out-of-state snowmobile permit; qualifications; duration; application; fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors821.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.140 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.140
801.140 “Balance trailer.”
Status: in_force

“Balance trailer” means every trailer, other than a self-supporting trailer, pole trailer or semitrailer, designed so that its weight and that of its load is substantially balanced upon its axle or axles and so that it couples to the towing vehicle with a device other than a fifth wheel hitch. The definition in this section is based upon design features and, except as otherwise provided in this section, does not prohibit a balance trailer from fitting into another classification of trailer based on use. [1983 c.338 §20; 1985 c.16 §9]

Source: Section 801.140 — “Balance trailer.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.280 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.280
811.280 Failure of driver entering roadway to yield right of way
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure of a driver entering a roadway to yield the right of way if the person:

(a) Is operating a vehicle that is about to enter or cross a roadway from any private road, driveway, alley or place other than another roadway; and

(b) Does not yield the right of way to any vehicle approaching on the roadway to be entered or crossed so closely as to constitute an immediate hazard.

(2) This section does not apply where the movement of traffic is otherwise directed by a traffic control device or a driver of a funeral escort vehicle.

(3) The offense described in this section, failure of driver entering roadway to yield right of way, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §612; 1991 c.482 §14; 1995 c.383 §54]

Source: Section 811.280 — Failure of driver entering roadway to yield right of way; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.450 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.450
801.450 “Roadway.”
Status: in_force

“Roadway” means the portion of a highway that is improved, designed or ordinarily used for vehicular travel, exclusive of the shoulder. In the event a highway includes two or more separate roadways the term “roadway” shall refer to any such roadway separately, but not to all such roadways collectively. [1983 c.338 §83]

Source: Section 801.450 — “Roadway.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.606 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.606
811.606 Parking permit for person with temporary disability
Status: in_force

The Department of Transportation may issue a placard showing an expiration date not to exceed six months after the date of issuance for use by persons with temporary disabilities upon submission by the applicant of a certificate described in ORS 811.604 (Application for disabled person parking permit) except that it certifies that the applicant has a temporary disability for less than four years. An applicant for a temporary disabled person parking permit need not have a driver license, a driver permit, an identification card or a parking identification card. [1987 c.187 §9; 1987 c.296 §4; 1989 c.243 §7; 1991 c.741 §3; 1993 c.741 §85; 2001 c.827 §14; 2005 c.406 §3; 2007 c.70 §332; 2008 c.1 §32]

Source: Section 811.606 — Parking permit for person with temporary disability , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.575 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.575
803.575 Fees for cards, plates and stickers
Status: in_force

(1) The fee for issuance of a duplicate or replacement registration card under ORS 803.510 (Duplicate or replacement) is $5.

(2) The fee for issuance of a replacement or duplicate registration plate under ORS 803.530 (Period of validity) is the fee established under ORS 803.570 (Plate manufacturing fee) , together with a fee of $12.

(3) The fee for transfer of registration plate under ORS 803.530 (Period of validity) is $30.

(4) The fee for issuance of replacement registration stickers under ORS 803.555 (Replacement) is $10.

(5) The fee for issuance of both replacement or duplicate registration plates and replacement registration stickers, when issued at the same time, is the fee established under ORS 803.570 (Plate manufacturing fee) , together with a fee of $12.

(6) A fee paid under subsection (2), (4) or (5) of this section includes the cost of any duplicate or replacement registration card issued. [1983 c.338 §271; 1985 c.16 §110; 1985 c.174 §8; 1985 c.736 §2; 1987 c.750 §8; 1993 c.751 §95; 1999 c.1009 §1; 2001 c.668 §2; 2019 c.17 §4; 2023 c.232 §6]

Source: Section 803.575 — Fees for cards, plates and stickers; issuance; replacement; transfer , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 802.183 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 802 / Section 802.183
802.183 Fees for and rules regarding release of personal information from motor vehicle records
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation may establish fees reasonably calculated to reimburse it for its actual cost in making personal information available to a person or government agency authorized under ORS 802.179 (Exemptions from prohibition on release of personal information from motor vehicle records) to obtain the information. Fees established under this subsection are subject to the provisions of ORS 192.324 (Copies or inspection of public records) (4) to (6).

(2) The department may adopt rules specifying conditions that must be met by a person or government agency requesting personal information under ORS 802.179 (Exemptions from prohibition on release of personal information from motor vehicle records) . Such conditions may include but need not be limited to:

(a) Providing reasonable assurance of the identity of the requester;

(b) Providing reasonable assurance of the uses to which the personal information will be put, if applicable;

(c) Showing that the individual whose personal information is to be disclosed has given permission for the disclosure, if permission is required; and

(d) Submitting a written request for the personal information in a form prescribed by the department. [1997 c.678 §6; 2007 c.467 §3]

Source: Section 802.183 — Fees for and rules regarding release of personal information from motor vehicle records , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors802.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.250 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.250
801.250 “Driver permit.”
Status: in_force

“Driver permit” means a grant of driving privileges by this state or another jurisdiction that is more limited than those available under a license or that is only available under special or limited circumstances. The term may also refer to a document issued as evidence of a grant of driving privileges under a driver permit. Driver permits issued by this state include the following:

(1) Applicant temporary driver permit described under ORS 807.310 (Applicant temporary permit) .

(2) Court issued temporary driver permit described under ORS 807.320 (Court issued temporary driver permit) .

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

(4) Emergency driver permit described under ORS 807.220 (Emergency driver permit) .

(5) Instruction driver permit described under ORS 807.280 (Instruction driver permit) .

(6) Hardship driver permit described under ORS 807.240 (Hardship permit) .

(7) Special student driver permit described under ORS 807.230 (Special student driver permit) .

(8) Special temporary instruction driver permit described under ORS 807.290 (Special temporary instruction driver permit) .

(9) Court bail driver permit described under ORS 807.330 (Court bail driver permit) .

(10) Temporary driver permit described under ORS 813.110 (Temporary permit upon confiscation of license) .

(11) Commercial learner driver permit described under ORS 807.285 (Commercial learner driver permit) . [1983 c.338 §41; 1985 c.16 §14; 1985 c.608 §1; 1987 c.801 §1; 2013 c.237 §34; 2018 c.76 §6]

Source: Section 801.250 — “Driver permit.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.507 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.507
825.507 Limitations on cancellation of bond
Status: in_force

(1) No bond filed pursuant to ORS 825.506 (Deposit or bond to secure payment of fees, taxes, charges and penalties) may be canceled or otherwise terminated at any time prior to its expiration until the surety company which executed the same, has filed with the Department of Transportation a notice of cancellation as provided in such bond. Such cancellation shall be effective not less than 30 days from the date of receipt, and no agreement between the parties thereto shall operate to avoid this restriction upon cancellation.

(2) If any bond filed pursuant to ORS 825.506 (Deposit or bond to secure payment of fees, taxes, charges and penalties) becomes inoperative, the authority under the certificate or permit involved shall cease and be suspended insofar as it pertains to any affected vehicles until the requirements of ORS 825.506 (Deposit or bond to secure payment of fees, taxes, charges and penalties) have been met by the carrier. [Formerly 767.795]

Source: Section 825.507 — Limitations on cancellation of bond; suspension of authority , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.163 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.163
801.163 “Biometric data.”
Status: in_force

“Biometric data” means measurements of the physical characteristics of an individual’s face that can be used to authenticate the identity of an individual. [2005 c.775 §2]

Source: Section 801.163 — “Biometric data.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 809.312 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 809 / Section 809.312
809.312 Reissuance of privileges after suspension for submitting false information
Status: in_force

(1) A person whose driving privileges or right to apply for driving privileges or whose identification card or right to apply for an identification card has been suspended for one of the reasons specified in subsection (2) of this section may request that the person’s driving privileges or right to apply for driving privileges or identification card or right to apply for an identification card be reinstated after the Department of Transportation determines the criteria are met under subsection (4) of this section.

(2) This section applies to suspensions imposed under:

(a) ORS 809.310 (Cancellation or suspension of driving privileges) (3)(a);

(b) ORS 809.310 (Cancellation or suspension of driving privileges) (3)(b); and

(c) ORS 809.415 (Suspensions for conduct involving judgments, financial responsibility, dishonesty) (5) for committing an act that constitutes an offense described in ORS 809.310 (Cancellation or suspension of driving privileges) (3)(a) or (b).

(3) To make a request under subsection (1) of this section, the person must provide sufficient proof for the department to make the determinations required in subsection (4) of this section. The department shall provide an administrative review to determine if the person’s driving privileges or right to apply for driving privileges or identification card or right to apply for an identification card should be reinstated and may reinstate the person’s suspended driving privileges or right to apply for driving privileges or identification card or right to apply for an identification card only as provided in subsection (4) of this section.

(4) The granting of an administrative review under this section does not stay the suspension. However, the department shall reinstate the person’s driving privileges or right to apply for driving privileges or identification card or right to apply for an identification card if under objective criteria adopted by the department by rule, the department determines the suspension resulted from:

(a) An act described in ORS 809.310 (Cancellation or suspension of driving privileges) (3)(a) or (b) committed by the person when the person was under 21 years of age; and

(b) The person committed the act solely for the purpose of:

(A) Attempting to purchase, purchasing, consuming or acquiring alcoholic beverages as described in ORS 471.430 (Purchase or possession of alcoholic beverages by person under 21) ; or

(B) Unlawfully entering or attempting to enter any portion of a licensed premises that is posted or otherwise identified as being prohibited to the use of minors, as described in ORS 471.430 (Purchase or possession of alcoholic beverages by person under 21) .

(5) The administrative review required under this section shall be conducted in the manner provided in ORS 809.440 (Hearing and administrative review procedures) (2).

(6) To reinstate driving privileges or the right to apply for driving privileges after the department determines that the person meets the objective criteria under subsection (4) of this section, the person shall pay the fee for reinstatement of driving privileges as described in ORS 807.370 (License, endorsement and permit fees) (10).

(7) To reinstate an identification card or the right to apply for an identification card after the department determines that the person meets the objective criteria under subsection (4) of this section, the person shall pay the fee for reinstatement of an identification card as described in ORS 807.410 (Fees) .

(8) The department’s authority to reinstate a suspension of a person’s driving privileges or right to apply for driving privileges under this section does not impinge on a court’s authority to impose a suspension under ORS 165.805 (Misrepresentation of age by a minor) or 471.430 (Purchase or possession of alcoholic beverages by person under 21) . [2012 c.14 §2; 2013 c.237 §46; 2018 c.114 §6; 2019 c.15 §2]

Source: Section 809.312 — Reissuance of privileges after suspension for submitting false information , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors809.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 806.130 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 806 / Section 806.130
806.130 Self-insurance
Status: in_force

(1) To qualify as a self-insurer for purposes of financial responsibility requirements under ORS 806.060 (Methods of compliance) , a person must do all of the following:

(a) Apply to the Department of Transportation and be issued by the department a certificate of self-insurance under ORS 806.140 (Certificate) .

(b) Either:

(A) Establish to the satisfaction of the department that the person possesses and will continue to possess the ability to pay and discharge judgments described under ORS 806.040 (Judgments for which financial responsibility requirements established) that might be obtained against the applicant; or

(B) Be qualified under the laws of the State of Oregon or under an ordinance of a city of this state to act as a self-insurer and be acting as a self-insurer.

(c) Agree to provide the same coverage and to pay the same amounts with respect to an accident occurring while the certificate is in force that an insurer would be obligated to provide and to pay under a motor vehicle liability insurance policy, including providing the coverage required under ORS 806.080 (Insurance) (1)(b) and uninsured motorist coverage and liability coverage to at least the limits specified in ORS 806.070 (Minimum payment schedule) .

(d) Have more than 25 motor vehicles including commercial buses registered in the person’s name.

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) If an accident occurs while a certificate of self-insurance issued under ORS 806.140 (Certificate) is in force, the liability protection provided and the amounts paid under subsection (1)(c) of this section are secondary to any motor vehicle liability insurance or uninsured motorist coverage available to a customer of the self-insurer, an operator of the self-insured vehicle or an occupant of the self-insured vehicle unless otherwise agreed to by the self-insurer. A self-insurer is required to provide the minimum payments established under ORS 742.502 (Uninsured motorist coverage) and 806.070 (Minimum payment schedule) only when the motor vehicle liability insurance policy of a customer of the self-insurer or an operator of the self-insured vehicle does not provide the minimum required payments established in ORS 742.502 (Uninsured motorist coverage) and 806.070 (Minimum payment schedule) .

(b) A self-insurer may recover from a customer of the self-insurer or an operator of the self-insured vehicle the amounts paid under subsection (1)(c) of this section.

(3) Nothing in this section requires a self-insurer to provide liability coverage when a person is operating the vehicle without permission of the self-insurer. [1983 c.338 §849; 1985 c.16 §430; 2007 c.287 §1]

Source: Section 806.130 — Self-insurance , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors806.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.557 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.557
801.557 “Traffic violation.”
Status: in_force

“Traffic violation” means a traffic offense that is designated as a traffic violation in the statute defining the offense, or any other offense defined in the Oregon Vehicle Code that is punishable by a fine but that is not punishable by a term of imprisonment. Penalties for traffic violations are as provided for violations generally in ORS chapter 153. [Formerly 801.550; 2011 c.597 §95a]

Source: Section 801.557 — “Traffic violation.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.205 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.205
801.205 “Commercial bus trailer.”
Status: in_force

“Commercial bus trailer” means a bus trailer:

(1) That is designed or used for carrying passengers and their personal baggage for compensation.

(2) Other than a vehicle commonly known and used as a private passenger vehicle not operated for compensation except in the transportation of students to or from school. [1983 c.338 §33; 1985 c.16 §13]

Source: Section 801.205 — “Commercial bus trailer.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 822.082 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 822 / Section 822.082
822.082 “Recreational vehicle service facility” defined
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section, “recreational vehicle service facility” means a permanent facility listed on the vehicle dealer’s certificate and having the primary purpose of servicing and repairing recreational vehicles.

(2) A business that sells a new recreational vehicle must prominently display at the sale site the name under which the business is being conducted and the location of the recreational vehicle service facility that is listed in the dealer certificate application described in ORS 822.025 (Application contents) . [2001 c.172 §1]

Note: 822.082 (“Recreational vehicle service facility” defined) to 822.084 (Show license) were enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but were not added to or made a part of the Oregon Vehicle Code or any chapter or series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 822.082 — “Recreational vehicle service facility” defined; display of location , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors822.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 824.054 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 824 / Section 824.054
824.054 Cooperation with federal agencies on matters of safety
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation may cooperate with, make certifications to, and enter agreements with the Secretary of Transportation of the United States, or any other federal agency with jurisdiction over railroads, under the Federal Railroad Safety Act of 1970, as amended through the effective date of that Act.

(2) The Department of Transportation may assume responsibility for and carry out on behalf of the Secretary of Transportation of the United States, or any other federal agency with jurisdiction over railroads, regulatory jurisdiction over the safety practices applicable to railroad facilities and operations in Oregon not otherwise subject to the jurisdiction of any other agency of this state.

(3) Notwithstanding any other provisions of law to the contrary, the Department of Transportation shall make public such reports as are required to be made public under the Federal Railroad Safety Act of 1970, as amended through the effective date of that Act and shall provide such information as is required thereunder to the Secretary of Transportation of the United States. [Formerly 761.190]

Source: Section 824.054 — Cooperation with federal agencies on matters of safety; disclosure of reports if required by federal law , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors824.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.725 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.725
811.725 Driver failure to report accident to Department of Transportation
Status: in_force

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

(a) Is driving any vehicle that is involved in an accident required to be reported under ORS 811.720 (When accident must be reported to Department of Transportation) and does not, within 72 hours of the accident, complete a report of the accident in a form approved by the Department of Transportation and submit the report to the department.

(b) Is driving a vehicle that is involved in an accident and does not submit to the department any report required by the department that is other than or in addition to the reports required by this section. The department may request a supplemental report if in the opinion of the department the original report is insufficient.

(c) Is driving any vehicle that is involved in an accident required to be reported under ORS 811.720 (When accident must be reported to Department of Transportation) and does not, within 72 hours of the accident, provide proof of compliance with financial responsibility requirements to the department, in a form furnished by the department, that at the time of the accident the person was in compliance with the financial responsibility requirements.

(2) The proof of compliance with financial responsibility required under this section is subject to the prohibitions and penalties for false certification under ORS 806.050 (Falsification of financial responsibility) .

(3) The reports described under this section are subject to the provisions of ORS 802.220 (Availability of records) and 802.240 (Driver and vehicle records as evidence) relating to the use of such reports after submission. Exemptions from requirements to provide proof of compliance with financial responsibility are established under ORS 806.020 (Exemptions from financial responsibility requirements) .

(4) A driver may be required to file additional accident reports with a city as provided under ORS 801.040 (Authority to adopt special provisions) .

(5) The offense described in this section, driver failure to report an accident, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §577; 1985 c.393 §36; 1993 c.751 §67; 2005 c.195 §1; 2019 c.312 §13]

Source: Section 811.725 — Driver failure to report accident to Department of Transportation; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.605 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.605
803.605 Erroneous issuance of trip permit
Status: in_force

When the Department of Transportation determines that it has erroneously issued a trip permit to a person who did not require the permit, the department may refund to the person any fee the person paid for the permit. [1985 c.313 §6]

Note: 803.605 (Erroneous issuance of trip permit) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 803 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 803.605 — Erroneous issuance of trip permit; refund of fee , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.135 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.135
807.135 Expiration of license held by Oregon National Guard member or military reservist
Status: in_force

(1) Notwithstanding ORS 807.130 (Expiration) , a license held by a member of the Oregon National Guard or a military reservist ordered on active duty and deployed to a location outside the United States that expires while the holder is on active duty shall remain valid and grant driving privileges for 90 days following the termination of active duty.

(2) The court shall dismiss the charge of operating a vehicle without driving privileges under ORS 807.010 (Operating vehicle without driving privileges or in violation of license restrictions) if, when charged, a member of the Oregon National Guard or a military reservist held a valid license pursuant to subsection (1) of this section. [2005 c.257 §2; 2009 c.482 §3]

Source: Section 807.135 — Expiration of license held by Oregon National Guard member or military reservist , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 802.120 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 802 / Section 802.120
802.120 Snowmobile fuel tax moneys
Status: in_force

(1) Motor vehicle fuel used and purchased for providing the motive power for snowmobiles shall be considered a nonhighway use of fuel.

(2) The Director of Transportation shall withhold, from taxes collected under ORS chapter 319 during June of each year, amounts the director determines to have been paid as tax under ORS chapter 319 on fuel used in snowmobiles during the preceding 12-month period ending June 30 and that were not refunded.

(3) Moneys withheld by the director under this section are subject to disposition as provided in ORS 802.110 (Procedures for financial administration) .

(4) The director shall establish a reasonable manner to determine the amount of money to be withheld under this section from the tax on motor vehicle fuels under ORS chapter 319. [1983 c.338 §129; 1987 c.88 §1; 2001 c.827 §9; 2005 c.612 §6]

Source: Section 802.120 — Snowmobile fuel tax moneys; amount; disposition , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors802.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 825.127 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 825 / Section 825.127
825.127 Permit for local cartage of household goods
Status: in_force

The Department of Transportation may grant issuance of a permit to a for-hire carrier engaged in performing local cartage of household goods within areas designated by the department pursuant to ORS 825.240 (Inapplicability of certain regulatory statutes to local cartage activities) . [Formerly 767.145; 2009 c.433 §8]

Source: Section 825.127 — Permit for local cartage of household goods , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors825.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 823.031 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 823 / Section 823.031
823.031 Investigating complaints against carriers
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Transportation may investigate any complaint filed against a person whose business or activities are regulated by one or more of the statutes regarding motor carriers or railroads, jurisdiction for the enforcement or regulation of which is conferred upon the department.

(2) Any hearing held as a result of a complaint or investigation under subsection (1) of this section shall be a contested case hearing, in the manner provided in ORS 183.413 (Notice to parties before hearing of rights and procedure) to 183.497 (Awarding costs and attorney fees when finding for petitioner) . [1995 c.733 §§35,36]

Source: Section 823.031 — Investigating complaints against carriers , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors823.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.385 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.385
811.385 Depriving motorcycle or moped of full lane
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of depriving a motorcycle or moped of a full lane if the person operates a motor vehicle upon a roadway laned for traffic in a manner that prevents a moped operator or motorcyclist from full use of a lane.

(2) This section does not apply to operators of motorcycles or mopeds whose use of lanes is controlled by ORS 814.240 (Motorcycle or moped unlawful passing) and 814.250 (Moped or motorcycle operating more than two abreast) .

(3) The offense described in this section, depriving a motorcycle or moped of a full lane, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §685]

Source: Section 811.385 — Depriving motorcycle or moped of full lane; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.450 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.450
807.450 Definition
Status: in_force

“Real ID” means a driver license, driver permit or identification card that complies with the Real ID Act of 2005, P.L. 109-13, that is issued by this state and marked with a distinguishing feature. [2017 c.568 §3]

Source: Section 807.450 — Definition , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.590 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.590
811.590 Unlawful parking in winter recreation parking area
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of unlawful parking in a winter recreation parking area if the person parks a vehicle in a location designated as a winter recreation parking area under ORS 810.170 (Winter recreation parking locations) at any time from November 1 of any year to April 30 of the next year and the vehicle is not displaying a winter recreation parking permit issued under ORS 811.595 (Winter recreation parking permit) .

(2) Unless the police officer issuing the citation witnesses the parking of the vehicle, a rebuttable presumption exists that a vehicle parked in violation of this section was parked by the registered owner of the vehicle. If the parking of the vehicle is witnessed by the police officer, the operator of the vehicle is in violation of this section.

(3) In addition to those vehicles displaying a winter recreation parking permit, the following vehicles are not subject to the prohibition or penalty under this section:

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

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

(c) A vehicle owned by a resident of another state if the vehicle displays a winter area parking permit issued in accordance with the laws of the state in which the owner of the vehicle resides and that is similar to the winter recreation parking permit issued under ORS 811.595 (Winter recreation parking permit) . The exemption under this paragraph is only granted to the extent that a similar exemption or privilege is granted under the laws of the other state for vehicles displaying a winter recreation parking permit issued under ORS 811.595 (Winter recreation parking permit) .

(4) The offense described in this section, unlawful parking in a winter recreation parking area, is a specific fine traffic violation. The presumptive fine for unlawful parking in a winter recreation parking area is $30. [1983 c.338 §678; 1999 c.1010 §1; 2007 c.810 §6; 2011 c.597 §98]

Source: Section 811.590 — Unlawful parking in winter recreation parking area; exemptions; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.486 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.486
814.486 Endangering bicycle operator or passenger
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of endangering a bicycle operator or passenger if:

(a) The person is operating a bicycle on a highway or on premises open to the public and the person carries another person on the bicycle who is under 16 years of age and is not wearing protective headgear of a type approved under ORS 815.052 (Rules establishing standards for protective headgear) ; or

(b) The person is the parent, legal guardian or person with legal responsibility for the safety and welfare of a child under 16 years of age and the child operates or rides on a bicycle on a highway or on premises open to the public without wearing protective headgear of a type approved under ORS 815.052 (Rules establishing standards for protective headgear) .

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

(3) The offense described in this section, endangering a bicycle operator or passenger, is a specific fine traffic violation. The presumptive fine for endangering a bicycle operator or passenger is $25. [1993 c.408 §3; 1995 c.581 §2; 2011 c.597 §104]

Source: Section 814.486 — Endangering bicycle operator or passenger; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 805.322 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 805 / Section 805.322
805.322 Annual proof of qualification for farm vehicle registration
Status: in_force

The owner of a vehicle or combination that has four or more axles and that is registered as a farm vehicle under ORS 805.300 (Farm vehicle registration) or has a farm device issued pursuant to ORS 805.400 (Proportional registration for farm vehicles) shall annually show to the satisfaction of the Department of Transportation that the owner meets the qualifications of ORS 805.320 (Application for registration) . [1993 c.368 §4]

Source: Section 805.322 — Annual proof of qualification for farm vehicle registration , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors805.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.180 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.180
801.180 “Camper.”
Status: in_force

“Camper” means a structure that:

(1) Has a floor;

(2) Is designed to be mounted upon a motor vehicle;

(3) Is not permanently attached to a motor vehicle upon which it is mounted;

(4) Is designed to provide facilities for human habitation or for camping;

(5) Is six feet or more in overall length;

(6) Is five and one-half feet or more in height from floor to ceiling at any point; and

(7) Has no more than one axle designed to support a portion of the weight of the camper. [1983 c.338 §28]

Source: Section 801.180 — “Camper.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.252 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.252
813.252 Motion to dismiss charge when minimal fine amount remains
Status: in_force

(1) At any time before entry of a judgment of conviction and within 180 days after the conclusion of the period of a driving while under the influence of intoxicants diversion agreement described in ORS 813.230 (Diversion agreement) or an extension described in ORS 813.225 (Petition for extension of diversion period) , a defendant who has complied with and performed all of the conditions of the diversion agreement, except that the defendant owes $500 or less of the fees required under ORS 813.200 (Notice of availability of diversion) , 813.210 (Petition) , 813.235 (Attendance at victim impact treatment session as condition of diversion) and 813.240 (Amount and distribution of filing fee) , may apply by motion to the court wherein the diversion agreement was entered for a judgment dismissing with prejudice the charge of driving while under the influence of intoxicants.

(2) The defendant shall cause to be served on the district attorney or city attorney a copy of the motion for a judgment dismissing with prejudice the charge of driving while under the influence of intoxicants. The copy of the motion shall be served on the district attorney or city attorney at the time the motion is filed with the court. The district attorney or city attorney may contest the motion.

(3) At the hearing on the motion described in subsection (1) of this section, the court shall dismiss with prejudice the charge of driving while under the influence of intoxicants, if the defendant pays the balance of the fees owed by 5 p.m. on the day the hearing is held. The defendant may also pay the balance of the fees owed before the day the hearing is held.

(4) Before the court dismisses with prejudice a charge of driving while under the influence of intoxicants under this section, the court shall enter a judgment containing a money award, as defined in ORS 18.005 (Definitions) , for any remaining amount of restitution owed by the defendant. [2013 c.78 §3]

Note: 813.252 (Motion to dismiss charge when minimal fine amount remains) was added to and made a part of ORS chapter 813 by legislative action but was not added to any smaller series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 813.252 — Motion to dismiss charge when minimal fine amount remains , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 810.210 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 810 / Section 810.210
810.210 Placement and control of traffic control devices
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Transportation Commission is vested with exclusive jurisdiction over the installation at railroad-highway grade crossings of signs, signals, gates, protective devices or any other device to warn or protect the public at a railroad-highway crossing. The commission is granted exclusive authority under this subsection to determine the character or type of device to be used.

(2) Each road authority shall place, maintain and control traffic control devices used upon its own highway as the road authority considers necessary for the safe and expeditious control of traffic, necessary to carry out the provisions of the vehicle code or local traffic ordinances or necessary to regulate, warn or guide traffic. The commission shall act as road authority under this section in lieu of the Department of Transportation. The authority granted under this subsection is subject to all of the following:

(a) All traffic control devices erected and used under this subsection shall conform to the state manual and specifications established under ORS 810.200 (Uniform standards for traffic control devices) .

(b) The commission has general supervision with respect to the placing, construction and operation of traffic control devices under this subsection for the purpose of obtaining, so far as practicable, uniformity as to type and location of traffic control devices throughout the state.

(c) Only the commission has authority over a state highway whether or not the state highway is within the jurisdiction of another road authority. No traffic control device shall be erected, maintained or operated upon any state highway under this subsection by any authority other than the commission, except with the written approval of the commission.

(d) When the governing body of a city makes a determination that placement or construction of a traffic control device on a highway within the city selected as a state highway under ORS 373.010 (Routing and marking state highways through cities) is necessary to carry out the provisions of the vehicle code or to regulate, warn or guide traffic, the city governing body shall submit written findings and recommendations to the Director of Transportation in support of placing or constructing the traffic control device on the state highway. If the director approves the findings and recommendations, the director shall notify the city governing body in writing and proceed to place or construct the traffic control device in accordance with the findings and recommendations. If the director does not notify the governing body of disapproval within 90 days after receipt of the findings and recommendations, the findings and recommendations shall be considered approved and the director shall proceed to place or construct the traffic control device in accordance with the findings and recommendations.

(e) The commission is authorized to classify, designate and mark both interstate and intrastate highways within the boundaries of this state. [1983 c.338 §165; 1985 c.16 §54; 1993 c.522 §3; 1993 c.741 §84; 1995 c.733 §88]

Source: Section 810.210 — Placement and control of traffic control devices , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors810.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.080 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.080
815.080 Providing safety belt, harness or child safety system that does not comply with standards
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of providing a safety belt, harness equipment or a child safety system that does not comply with standards if the person does any of the following:

(a) Sells or offers for sale a new motor vehicle that is not equipped with safety belts, safety harnesses or child safety systems that comply with and are installed in compliance with the rules adopted by the Department of Transportation under ORS 815.055 (Rules establishing standards for safety belts, harnesses and child safety systems) . This paragraph applies only to motor vehicles that are primarily designed for transportation of individuals and that have seating for one or more passengers side-by-side with the operator. This paragraph requires only that the vehicle be equipped with one seat belt or harness for the operator and one for at least one of the passengers seated beside the operator.

(b) Sells or offers for sale any safety belt, safety harness, child safety system, anchor or other device for attaching or securing safety belts, safety harnesses or child safety system if the belt, harness, child safety system, anchor or device does not comply with the rules adopted by the department under ORS 815.055 (Rules establishing standards for safety belts, harnesses and child safety systems) . This paragraph applies only to belts, harnesses, child safety systems, anchors or devices for use or installation on a vehicle that is primarily designed for transportation of individuals.

(c) Sells or offers for sale any safety belt, safety harness, child safety system, anchor or other device for attaching or securing safety belts, safety harnesses or child safety systems if the belt, harness, child safety system, anchor or device is not marked as required under federal safety standards and if the mark is not legible when the belt, harness, child safety system, anchor or other device is used or installed on a vehicle. This paragraph applies only to belts, harnesses, child safety systems, anchors or devices for use or installation on a vehicle that is primarily designed for transportation of individuals.

(d) Installs any safety belt, safety harness, child safety system, anchor or other device for attaching or securing safety belts, safety harnesses or child safety systems on a vehicle that is primarily designed for the transportation of individuals except in compliance with rules adopted by the department under ORS 815.055 (Rules establishing standards for safety belts, harnesses and child safety systems) .

(2) This section does not apply to school buses or school activity vehicles that are subject to equipment standards adopted by the State Board of Education or the governing board of a public university listed in ORS 352.002 (Public universities) .

(3) The offense described in this section, providing a safety belt, harness equipment or a child safety system that does not comply with standards, is a Class C traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §452; 1985 c.16 §238; 1985 c.420 §5; 1987 c.119 §3; 1993 c.751 §113; 1995 c.383 §24; 1999 c.39 §10; 2003 c.158 §11; 2015 c.767 §210]

Source: Section 815.080 — Providing safety belt, harness or child safety system that does not comply with standards; exemptions; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 810.060 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 810 / Section 810.060
810.060 Increase in weight or size if highway found capable of supporting increase
Status: repealed

A road authority shall adopt a rule, resolution or ordinance to allow vehicles or combinations of vehicles with a loaded weight in excess of the weight limitations established by Table III under ORS 818.010 (Maximum allowable weight) or a length or width in excess of that authorized under ORS 818.080 (Maximum size limits) and 818.090 (Violation of maximum size limits) to be operated over any highway of the road authority if the road authority determines that the highway is capable of carrying greater weight, length or width. The authority granted under this section is subject to all of the following:

(1) The authority may only be exercised by rule, resolution or ordinance.

(2) The authority does not allow any road authority to authorize any vehicle to be operated over any highway if the vehicle has a height in excess of that allowed under ORS 818.080 (Maximum size limits) and 818.090 (Violation of maximum size limits) .

(3) The provisions of any rule, resolution or ordinance adopted under this section may be amended, rescinded or repealed at any time.

(4) The provisions of any rule, resolution or ordinance adopted under this section are subject to the maximum size, weight and width limits established under ORS 810.050 (Increase or decrease in size or weight limits on highways if federal mandate allows or requires) .

(5) A rule, resolution or ordinance adopted under this section shall fix the maximum loaded weight, length, width and types and classes of vehicles or combinations of vehicles that may be operated on the highway or highways or sections of highways described in the rule, resolution or ordinance.

(6) A duplicate original of a rule or resolution adopted by the Department of Transportation under this section and an amendment to or repeal of a rule or resolution by the department shall be filed with the Secretary of State. This subsection does not require an ordinance adopted by a city or county under this section to be filed with the Secretary of State.

(7) After the effective date of a rule, resolution or ordinance adopted under this section, a variance permit under ORS 818.200 (Authority to issue variance permits) is not required for the operation upon the described highway of a vehicle or combination of vehicles that is not in excess of the maximum loaded weight, length or width fixed by the rule, resolution or ordinance for vehicles or combinations of vehicles of that type or class.

(8) Penalties are provided under ORS 818.060 (Violation of administratively imposed weight or size limits) for violation of limits established under this section. [1983 c.338 §150; 1985 c.16 §48]

Source: Section 810.060 — Increase in weight or size if highway found capable of supporting increase; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors810.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.604 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.604
813.604 Notice of court order
Status: in_force

(1) When a court orders installation of an ignition interlock device pursuant to ORS 813.602 (Circumstances under which ignition interlock device required) , the court shall send a copy of the order to the Department of Transportation. The department shall note the requirement on the driving record of the person required to install the device.

(2) The department may not issue a hardship permit under ORS 807.240 (Hardship permit) to any person who is ordered to install an ignition interlock device on the person’s vehicle until the person furnishes the department satisfactory proof that the device has been installed on any vehicle owned or operated by the person. The department shall determine by rule what constitutes satisfactory proof under this subsection.

(3) When the department issues a hardship permit to a person who is required to have an ignition interlock device, the department shall note on the permit that the device is required. The notation constitutes a limitation on the permit and a person who violates the limitation is punishable as provided in ORS 811.182 (Criminal driving while suspended or revoked) for criminal driving while suspended or revoked. [1987 c.746 §3; 1989 c.398 §2; 1997 c.249 §235]

Source: Section 813.604 — Notice of court order; notation on hardship permit; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.525 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.525
803.525 Number of plates issued
Status: in_force

The Department of Transportation shall issue two registration plates for every vehicle that is registered by the department except as otherwise provided in this section or ORS 803.530 (Period of validity) . Upon renewal or when otherwise provided under ORS 803.555 (Replacement) , the department may issue stickers in lieu of or in addition to registration plates. The following shall be issued plates as described:

(1) Only one registration plate shall be issued for a moped, motorcycle, trailer, antique vehicle or vehicle of special interest registered by the department.

(2) Only one plate shall be issued for a camper that is registered. Stickers may be issued in lieu of a plate. [1983 c.338 §258; 1985 c.668 §12; 1989 c.43 §27; 1991 c.407 §28; 1993 c.741 §119a; 2001 c.25 §1; 2003 c.655 §114; 2021 c.630 §127]

Source: Section 803.525 — Number of plates issued , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.440 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.440
813.440 Grounds for hearing on validity of suspension
Status: in_force

(1) Notwithstanding ORS 813.410 (Suspension upon receipt of police report on implied consent test) , the Department of Transportation may provide a hearing to determine the validity of a suspension under ORS 813.410 (Suspension upon receipt of police report on implied consent test) only if the time requirements under ORS 813.410 (Suspension upon receipt of police report on implied consent test) could not be met because of any of the following:

(a) The person’s physical incapacity, verified by a physician to the satisfaction of the department to be of a nature that would prevent the person from making the appropriate request or attending the hearing.

(b) A death in the immediate family of the person, verified to the satisfaction of the department.

(c) An error of the department.

(d) The inability of a subpoenaed police officer to appear due to the officer’s illness, vacation or official duty conflicts. The department shall set forth by rule the conditions that constitute “official duty conflicts.” A hearing may not be rescheduled more than once for reasons described in this paragraph.

(e) A request for a change of administrative law judge under ORS 183.645 (Request for change of administrative law judge) .

(f) The inability of the person’s attorney to appear due to the attorney’s illness, vacation or scheduling conflict arising from other court or administrative hearing appearances. A hearing must be rescheduled no later than 45 days after the date of the original hearing and may not be rescheduled more than once for reasons described in this paragraph.

(g) Other just cause as defined by the department by administrative rule.

(2) A hearing held under this section is subject to the same provisions as a hearing held under ORS 813.410 (Suspension upon receipt of police report on implied consent test) , except that the department is not required to hold the hearing and make the determination within the time required by ORS 813.410 (Suspension upon receipt of police report on implied consent test) .

(3) The granting of a hearing under this section shall not delay the imposition of a suspension under ORS 813.410 (Suspension upon receipt of police report on implied consent test) within the time required under ORS 813.410 (Suspension upon receipt of police report on implied consent test) . However, if a person establishes that the person was deprived by either department error or a subpoenaed police officer’s illness, vacation or official duty conflicts of an opportunity to appear at a hearing, the department shall rescind the suspension and shall promptly schedule a subsequent hearing to determine the validity of the suspension under ORS 813.410 (Suspension upon receipt of police report on implied consent test) . In other cases under this section, when the department is unable to hold the hearing within the time required by ORS 813.410 (Suspension upon receipt of police report on implied consent test) , the department shall rescind any suspension imposed under ORS 813.410 (Suspension upon receipt of police report on implied consent test) only if the department determines, at a hearing held under this section, that the suspension was not valid as described under ORS 813.410 (Suspension upon receipt of police report on implied consent test) .

(4) The following apply to this section:

(a) The department shall issue a final order within 10 days after the hearing described in this section.

(b) If the department has rescinded a suspension under subsection (3) of this section and if the department, at the hearing described in this section, determines that the suspension is valid as described under ORS 813.410 (Suspension upon receipt of police report on implied consent test) , the department shall reinstate the suspension effective five days after the final order is issued.

(c) Notwithstanding ORS 809.430 (Notice of suspension, cancellation or revocation) , no additional notice or order of suspension need be given. [1985 c.16 §169; 1985 c.672 §14; 1987 c.272 §5; 1993 c.600 §2; 1999 c.831 §1; 2001 c.294 §§9,10; 2003 c.75 §68; 2009 c.520 §1]

Source: Section 813.440 — Grounds for hearing on validity of suspension; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.348 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.348
801.348 “Motor assisted scooter.”
Status: in_force

“Motor assisted scooter” means a vehicle that:

(1) Is designed to be operated on the ground with not more than four wheels;

(2) Has a foot support or seat for the operator’s use;

(3) Can be propelled by motor or human propulsion; and

(4) Is equipped with a power source that is incapable of propelling the vehicle at a speed of greater than 24 miles per hour on level ground and:

(a) If the power source is a combustion engine, has a piston or rotor displacement of 35 cubic centimeters or less regardless of the number of chambers in the power source; or

(b) If the power source is electric, has a power output of not more than 1,000 watts. [2001 c.749 §2; 2018 c.3 §1]

Source: Section 801.348 — “Motor assisted scooter.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.135 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.135
813.135 Implied consent to field sobriety tests
Status: in_force

Any person who operates a vehicle upon premises open to the public or the highways of the state shall be deemed to have given consent to submit to field sobriety tests upon the request of a police officer for the purpose of determining if the person is under the influence of intoxicants if the police officer reasonably suspects that the person has committed the offense of driving while under the influence of intoxicants in violation of ORS 813.010 (Driving under the influence of intoxicants) or a municipal ordinance. If the person refuses to consent to field sobriety tests, the person shall be asked to provide only physical cooperation to submit to nontestimonial field sobriety tests, and the person shall be informed of the consequences of failing to physically submit to those tests under ORS 813.136 (Consequence of refusal or failure to submit to field sobriety tests) . [1989 c.576 §15; 2019 c.475 §5]

Source: Section 813.135 — Implied consent to field sobriety tests , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.625 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.625
811.625 Unlawful use of disabled person parking permit
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of unlawful use of a disabled person parking permit if the person:

(a) Is not a person with a disability and is not transporting the holder of a disabled person parking permit to or from the parking location; and

(b) Uses a disabled person parking permit described under ORS 811.602 (Disabled person parking permit) or 811.606 (Parking permit for person with temporary disability) to exercise any privileges granted under ORS 811.635 (Privileges granted by disabled person parking permit other than program placard) .

(2) Except as provided in subsection (3) of this section, unlawful use of a disabled person parking permit is a Class C traffic violation.

(3) A second or subsequent conviction for unlawful use of a disabled person parking permit is a Class A traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §681; 1987 c.187 §3; 1989 c.243 §9; 1991 c.741 §12; 1995 c.79 §374; 2001 c.367 §3; 2007 c.70 §338; 2011 c.597 §100]

Source: Section 811.625 — Unlawful use of disabled person parking permit; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 816.010 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 816 / Section 816.010
816.010 Authority to adopt and enforce standards for lighting equipment
Status: repealed

(1) The Department of Transportation shall adopt and enforce minimum standards for vehicle lighting equipment under ORS 816.040 (Lighting equipment standards) to 816.290 (End load lights) including installation, adjustment and aiming and adjustment when in use on motor vehicles.

(2) As federal regulations concerning vehicle lighting equipment are subsequently amended or repealed, the department may consider subsequent federal vehicle lighting equipment standards and adopt standards with respect to any vehicle lighting equipment applicable to the same aspect of performance of the vehicle lighting equipment if the department determines that the subsequent federal standards are practicable, provide an objective standard and meet the need for vehicle safety.

(3) When the department has reason to believe that any lighting equipment, as it is being sold commercially, does not comply with established standards, the department may have the device tested by a recognized testing laboratory to determine if the lighting equipment complies with the standards adopted under this section.

(4) Standards adopted under this section must be consistent with vehicle standards established under federal regulations or by the Society of Automotive Engineers.

(5) Standards adopted by the department under this section supersede any equipment provision of the vehicle code applicable to the same aspect of performance that conflicts with a specific provision of a standard adopted by the department under this section with respect to compliance with safety standards in effect at the time of sale.

(6) The department shall continue to adopt equipment standards as required under other sections of the vehicle code if there are no standards under this section.

(7) The department may at any time purchase in the open market and submit to the testing laboratory one or more sets of any lighting equipment, and if the lighting equipment, upon testing, fails to meet the standards adopted for lighting equipment under this section, the department shall enforce the penalties set forth in ORS 816.030 (Selling noncomplying lighting equipment) to 816.300 (Operation with nonstandard lighting equipment) .

(8) Prohibitions and penalties relating to the standards adopted under this section are set forth in ORS 816.030 (Selling noncomplying lighting equipment) to 816.300 (Operation with nonstandard lighting equipment) . [1983 c.338 §447; 2003 c.158 §17]

Source: Section 816.010 — Authority to adopt and enforce standards for lighting equipment; testing for compliance with standards , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors816.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.410 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.410
807.410 Fees
Status: in_force

(1) The following fees apply to identification cards unless otherwise provided by ORS 807.400 (Issuance) or otherwise provided by law:

(a) For issuance of an original identification card, $47.

(b) For renewal of an identification card, $43.

(c) For replacement of an identification card, $40.

(d) For reinstatement of an identification card after suspension, $85.

(e) For issuance of an original limited term identification card, $20.

(f) For renewal of a limited term identification card, $18.

(g) For replacement of a limited term identification card, $40.

(2) The Department of Transportation may not charge a fee for issuing, renewing or replacing a parking identification card.

(3) The department may not charge a fee for issuing or renewing an identification card, or providing two replacement identification cards before the expiration of the current identification card, for an individual who is experiencing homelessness. The individual shall present a form that indicates the individual qualifies for the fee waiver, as determined by a nonprofit organization or state agency that provides services to individuals experiencing homelessness. Before a nonprofit organization or state agency issues documentation under this subsection, the organization or state agency must first meet the standards established by the department by rule. The department, by rule, shall prescribe the form.

(4) As used in this section, “state agency” means an agency of the executive department, as defined in ORS 174.112 (“Executive department” defined) . [1983 c.338 §867; 1985 c.16 §438; 1985 c.174 §14; 1985 c.301 §3; 1985 c.736 §7; 1987 c.790 §4; 1989 c.902 §4; 1993 c.393 §2b; 1999 c.91 §3; 2001 c.668 §4; 2003 c.601 §3; 2008 c.1 §§23,25; 2009 c.865 §§46,47; 2019 c.15 §1; 2021 c.249 §1; 2023 c.232 §2]

Source: Section 807.410 — Fees; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 803.565 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 803 / Section 803.565
803.565 Removal of stickers upon sale of vehicle by dealer or towing business
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided in subsections (2) and (3) of this section, when a person who has a vehicle dealer certificate issued under ORS 822.020 (Issuance and renewal of certificate) or a towing business certificate issued under ORS 822.205 (Certificate) sells a motor vehicle that has valid Oregon registration plates, the person shall remove the registration stickers from the registration plates of the vehicle if the vehicle:

(a) Has a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,000 pounds or less;

(b) Is designed to carry passengers; and

(c) Is not a motorcycle, moped or snowmobile.

(2) A person who has a vehicle dealer certificate issued under ORS 822.020 (Issuance and renewal of certificate) need not remove registration stickers under subsection (1) of this section if:

(a) The person submits title and registration documents to the Department of Transportation on behalf of the buyer of the vehicle; or

(b) The person sells the vehicle to another person who has a vehicle dealer certificate issued under ORS 822.020 (Issuance and renewal of certificate) .

(3) A person who has a towing business certificate issued under ORS 822.205 (Certificate) need not remove registration stickers under subsection (1) of this section if the person sells the vehicle to a person who has a vehicle dealer certificate issued under ORS 822.020 (Issuance and renewal of certificate) or to a person who has a dismantler certificate issued under ORS 822.110 (Dismantler certificate) . [2003 c.600 §2; 2005 c.61 §1; 2005 c.654 §40; 2019 c.312 §32]

Note: 803.565 (Removal of stickers upon sale of vehicle by dealer or towing business) was added to and made a part of the Oregon Vehicle Code by legislative action but was not added to ORS chapter 803 or any series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 803.565 — Removal of stickers upon sale of vehicle by dealer or towing business , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors803.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.325 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.325
811.325 Failure to keep camper, trailer or truck in right lane
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of failure to keep a camper, trailer or truck in the right lane if the person is operating any of the vehicles described in this subsection and the person does not drive in the right lane of all roadways having two or more lanes for traffic proceeding in a single direction. This subsection applies to all of the following vehicles:

(a) Any camper.

(b) Any vehicle with a trailer.

(c) Any vehicle with a registration weight of 10,000 pounds or more.

(2) This section does not require the described vehicles to be driven in the right lane under any of the following circumstances:

(a) When overtaking and passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction under the rules governing this movement in ORS 811.410 (Unsafe passing on left) to 811.425 (Failure of slower driver to yield to overtaking vehicle) when such movement can be made without interfering with the passage of other vehicles.

(b) When preparing to turn left.

(c) When reasonably necessary in response to emergency conditions.

(d) To avoid actual or potential traffic moving onto the right lane from an acceleration or merging lane.

(e) When necessary to follow traffic control devices that direct use of a lane other than the right lane.

(3) The offense described in this section, failure to keep camper, trailer or truck in the right lane, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §621; 1989 c.723 §18; 1995 c.383 §58; 2005 c.770 §7]

Source: Section 811.325 — Failure to keep camper, trailer or truck in right lane; exceptions; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 805.100 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 805 / Section 805.100
805.100 Disabled veterans
Status: in_force

(1) In the absence of just cause for refusal, the Department of Transportation shall provide for registration of any vehicle required to be registered by this state in a manner consistent with this section for persons who qualify as disabled veterans under this section. The special registration provisions under this section are subject to all of the following:

(a) The fee is the one-time registration fee established by ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) for vehicles registered under this section.

(b) The department may issue registrations for vehicles in a household under this section in a number equal to the number of persons in the household who qualify as disabled veterans under subsection (2) of this section.

(c) The department shall not register any commercial vehicle under this section.

(2) A person is a disabled veteran who qualifies for registration of a vehicle under this section if the person:

(a) Is a disabled veteran whose disability results from causes connected with service in the Armed Forces of the United States; and

(b) Has been a member of and discharged or released under honorable conditions from the Armed Forces of the United States, and whose service was for not less than 90 consecutive days or who was discharged or released on account of a service-connected injury or illness prior to the completion of the minimum period of service.

(3) A person qualifies as a disabled veteran under subsection (2) of this section if the person presents a letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs or any branch of the Armed Forces of the United States certifying that the person is a disabled veteran.

(4) Registration issued under this section is valid as provided in ORS 803.415 (Registration periods for vehicles) . The registration period for vehicles registered under this section exempts the registration from any requirement to be renewed or to make payment of renewal fees. However, if any owner would be required to comply with ORS 815.310 (Proof of compliance with requirements) upon issuance or renewal of regular registration for the vehicle, the owner must comply with ORS 815.310 (Proof of compliance with requirements) in the same manner as for other vehicles or the department may suspend the registration of the vehicle until the owner submits proof of compliance.

(5) The department may suspend or revoke any registration issued under this section if the department determines that the vehicle is owned by a person not qualified for registration under this section or the vehicle is a kind not qualified for registration under this section. [1983 c.338 §247; 1985 c.16 §92; 1993 c.741 §127; 1997 c.517 §1; 1999 c.778 §1]

Source: Section 805.100 — Disabled veterans , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors805.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 805.030 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 805 / Section 805.030
805.030 Violation of registration limits on antique or special interest vehicle
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of violation of registration limits on antique vehicle or vehicle of special interest if a vehicle is permanently registered under ORS 805.010 (Antique vehicles) or 805.020 (Special interest vehicles) and the person uses the vehicle:

(a) Other than for exhibitions, parades, club activities and similar uses; or

(b) Primarily for the transportation of persons or property.

(2) The offense described in this section, violation of registration limits on antique vehicle or vehicle of special interest, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §240]

Source: Section 805.030 — Violation of registration limits on antique or special interest vehicle; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors805.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.330 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.330
807.330 Court bail driver permit
Status: in_force

(1) Courts shall provide for the issuance of court bail driver permits in a manner and to grant driving privileges consistent with this section.

(2) The court bail driver permit shall act as a receipt for a license that is accepted as security by a court under ORS 810.300 (Security for appearance on traffic crime) and 810.310 (Use of license as security deposit) .

(3) The permit confers on the person to whom it is issued the same driving privileges as the license which was accepted as security.

(4) The Department of Transportation shall prepare a form for the permit and all permits issued pursuant to this section shall conform to the form so prepared.

(5) Upon issuance of a permit, a court shall promptly notify the department of the fact.

(6) The driving privileges granted under the permit are valid only until the time fixed for appearance or the expiration of 30 days from the date the permit is issued, whichever first occurs.

(7) No fee shall be charged for issuance of the permit. [1983 c.338 §325; 1999 c.1051 §280a]

Source: Section 807.330 — Court bail driver permit , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.045 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.045
815.045 Rules for use of traction tires, retractable studded tires and chains
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Transportation Commission shall adopt rules necessary to carry out ORS 815.140 (Failure to use vehicle traction tires or chains) and 815.142 (Failure to carry vehicle traction tires or chains) . The rules adopted by the commission:

(a) Shall establish the various types of conditions under which vehicle traction tires or chains must be used or carried.

(b) Shall define types of vehicle traction tires or chains that may be used or carried under various road conditions. The commission rules under this paragraph shall comply with the following:

(A) Traction tire shall be defined to include any tire that meets traction standards established by the Department of Transportation.

(B) Retractable studded tires or tires with studs that are permitted under ORS 815.165 (Exemptions from prohibition on tires with metal objects) shall be allowed as traction tires under the rules.

(C) The department may require that traction tires without studs bear identifying marks, defined by the department, that indicate that the tire was manufactured specifically for adverse weather conditions.

(D) Chains shall be defined to include link chains, cable chains or any other device that attaches to the wheel, vehicle or outside of the tire and that augments the traction of a vehicle.

(E) Retractable studded tires shall be defined to include tires with embedded studs that project beyond the tread surface only when a vehicle operator extends the studs to augment the traction of the vehicle.

(c) Shall establish signs to be posted under conditions that require vehicle traction tires or chains to be used or carried.

(d) May establish types or classes of vehicles that are exempt from requirements to use or carry vehicle traction tires or chains under certain conditions if the commission determines that the operation of the class or type of vehicle would be safe under those conditions.

(2) A road authority shall:

(a) Determine when conditions on a segment of highway require a person to use or carry vehicle traction tires or chains as defined by the commission;

(b) Determine which segments of a highway shall be posted as described under this section to require a person to use or carry vehicle traction tires or chains; and

(c) Provide for the placement and removal of signs requiring a person to use or carry vehicle traction tires or chains. [1983 c.338 §441; 1985 c.16 §231; 1993 c.741 §86; 1997 c.493 §1; 2007 c.406 §1; 2021 c.630 §97]

Source: Section 815.045 — Rules for use of traction tires, retractable studded tires and chains; signs , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 809.240 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 809 / Section 809.240
809.240 Court-ordered suspension or revocation
Status: in_force

(1) If a person is convicted of an offense that will result in mandatory suspension or revocation under ORS 809.409 (Revocation for conviction of crime) , 809.411 (Suspension for conviction of crime) , 809.510 (Conviction of crime) to 809.545 (Administrative review) or 813.400 (Suspension or revocation upon conviction) or any other law requiring suspension or revocation of driving privileges upon conviction of an offense, the trial judge shall:

(a) Order the revocation or suspension at the time of conviction for the required period; and

(b) Comply with the requirements under ORS 809.275 (Court to take possession of license or permit) to take possession of the license or driver permit of the person.

(2) When necessary to give full effect to this section, a court shall issue a temporary driver permit under ORS 807.320 (Court issued temporary driver permit) . [1983 c.338 §395; 1985 c.16 §210; 1991 c.185 §5; 2003 c.402 §23; 2011 c.355 §29; 2013 c.237 §15]

Source: Section 809.240 — Court-ordered suspension or revocation; taking possession of license or permit; temporary permit , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors809.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 822.213 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 822 / Section 822.213
822.213 Transporting property for hire
Status: in_force

(1) In addition to the privileges described under ORS 822.210 (Privileges granted by certificate) , the holder of a current, valid towing business certificate issued under ORS 822.205 (Certificate) may use a tow vehicle to transport property for hire other than as described in ORS 822.210 (Privileges granted by certificate) if:

(a) The tow vehicle is used primarily for the purposes described in ORS 822.210 (Privileges granted by certificate) in a manner specified by the department by rule;

(b) The tow vehicle has a combined weight of 26,001 pounds or more;

(c) The holder of the towing business certificate has submitted a declaration of weight under ORS 803.435 (Declaration of weight for fee determination) and has registered the tow vehicle under ORS 803.420 (Registration fees) (14)(a); and

(d) The holder of the towing business certificate operates in accordance with the provisions of ORS chapter 825.

(2) A tow vehicle that is used to transport property for hire other than as described in ORS 822.210 (Privileges granted by certificate) is subject to the weight-mile tax imposed under ORS 825.474 (Motor carrier tax for use of highways) . [2011 c.287 §2; 2017 c.750 §39t]

Note: 822.213 (Transporting property for hire) was added to and made a part of the Oregon Vehicle Code by legislative action but was not added to ORS chapter 822 or any series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 822.213 — Transporting property for hire , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors822.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.550 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.550
814.550 Application of vehicle laws to electric personal assistive mobility device
Status: in_force

(1) An electric personal assistive mobility device is not a motor vehicle for purposes of the Oregon Vehicle Code, except when specifically provided by statute.

(2) A person operating an electric personal assistive mobility device on a bicycle lane, bicycle path or any part of a highway is subject to any provisions applicable to and has the same rights and duties as the driver of a bicycle when operating on a bicycle lane, bicycle path or any part of a highway, except when otherwise specifically provided by statute.

(3) A person operating an electric personal assistive mobility device on a sidewalk is subject to any provisions applicable to and has the same rights and duties as a pedestrian on a sidewalk, except when otherwise specifically provided by statute.

(4) Subject to the provisions of subsections (1) to (3) of this section, for purposes of the vehicle code:

(a) An electric personal assistive mobility device is a vehicle; and

(b) When the term “vehicle” is used the term shall be deemed to be applicable to electric personal assistive mobility devices, except those provisions that by their very nature can have no application to the devices.

(5) The provisions of the vehicle code relating to the operation of an electric personal assistive mobility device do not relieve an operator or motorist from the duty to exercise due care. [2003 c.341 §11]

Source: Section 814.550 — Application of vehicle laws to electric personal assistive mobility device , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.185 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.185
801.185 “Certificate of title.”
Status: in_force

“Certificate of title” means a paper document issued by any jurisdiction specifically as evidence of vehicle ownership. A certificate of title is not necessarily the only evidence of vehicle ownership issued by a jurisdiction. [1983 c.338 §29; 1985 c.16 §11; 1987 c.217 §1; 1989 c.991 §23; 1991 c.873 §22; 1993 c.233 §4]

Source: Section 801.185 — “Certificate of title.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 826.037 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 826 / Section 826.037
826.037 Annual or quarterly registration under ORS 826.031
Status: in_force

(1) Vehicles registered under ORS 826.031 (Registration for certain vehicles subject to weight mile tax and not otherwise registered) may be registered under staggered registration.

(2) For purposes of this section, staggered registration starts on the first day of any calendar quarter and runs through the last day of the last calendar quarter in the registration period. The number of calendar quarters in a registration period is elected by the vehicle owner at the time of registration except that a person may not establish a staggered registration period of more than four quarters.

(3) The Department of Transportation may allow a carrier registered under ORS 826.031 (Registration for certain vehicles subject to weight mile tax and not otherwise registered) to operate on expired registration plates and registration for up to one extra quarter if the renewal application has been submitted and the required fees for registration have been paid on or before the last day of the registration period for the vehicles. The extension of time allowed by this subsection shall be granted only if the department determines that the extension is necessary for the administrative convenience of the department.

(4) Nothing in this section requires the department to issue registration plates that are valid for less than a one-year period. An election by a carrier to operate in nonconsecutive quarters of a four-quarter period does not by itself require the carrier to renew registration plates. [Formerly 768.035]

Source: Section 826.037 — Annual or quarterly registration under ORS 826.031 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors826.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 802.100 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 802 / Section 802.100
802.100 Accounts related to driver and vehicle services
Status: in_force

The following accounts are established separate and distinct from the General Fund for the financial administration of those functions of the Department of Transportation dealing with driver and motor vehicle services in accordance with ORS 802.110 (Procedures for financial administration) :

(1) The Department of Transportation Driver and Motor Vehicle Suspense Account. The account established under this subsection is a suspense account in the State Treasury that is used to deposit moneys received by the department related to driver and motor vehicle services and to make approved payments and disbursals of funds before the department pays administrative expenses related to the provision of driver and motor vehicle services. The department shall transfer the money that is not to be used to make approved payments and disbursals from the account established under this subsection and that remains in the account at the close of business on the last day of each month to the Department of Transportation Driver and Motor Vehicle Services Administrative Account on or before the 15th day of the following month.

(2) The Department of Transportation Driver and Motor Vehicle Services Administrative Account. The account established under this subsection shall be used for the payment of administrative expenses payable before money from the account is transferred to the State Highway Fund. The department shall transfer the money that is not to be used to make payments from the account established under this subsection and that remains in the account at the close of business on the last day of each month to the State Highway Fund on or before the 15th day of the following month.

(3) The Passenger Rail Transportation Account. The account established under this subsection is a separate account in the State Treasury that shall be used to deposit moneys received from the sale of customized registration plates under ORS 805.240 (Customized plates) . Moneys in the account shall be used for passenger rail programs. Moneys shall be deposited in the account after payment of administrative expenses as provided under ORS 802.110 (Procedures for financial administration) .

(4) The Revolving Account for Emergency Cash Advances. The account established under this subsection is a separate account that shall be maintained for the payment of emergency cash advances and taking up of dishonored remittances. [1983 c.338 §132; 1985 c.16 §39; 1989 c.966 §71; 1993 c.18 §166; 1993 c.741 §74; 2001 c.104 §298; 2007 c.667 §1]

Source: Section 802.100 — Accounts related to driver and vehicle services; uses , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors802.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 820.320 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 820 / Section 820.320
820.320 Illegal operation of emergency vehicle or ambulance
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of illegal operation of an emergency vehicle or ambulance if the person is the driver of an emergency vehicle or ambulance and the person violates any of the following:

(a) The driver of an emergency vehicle or ambulance may only exercise privileges granted under ORS 820.300 (Exemptions from traffic laws) when responding to an emergency call or when responding to, but not upon returning from, an emergency. The driver of an emergency vehicle may exercise privileges granted under ORS 820.300 (Exemptions from traffic laws) when in pursuit of an actual or suspected violator of the law.

(b) The driver of an emergency vehicle or ambulance must use a visual signal with appropriate warning lights when the driver is exercising privileges granted under ORS 820.300 (Exemptions from traffic laws) .

(c) In addition to any required visual signal, the driver of an emergency vehicle or ambulance must make use of an audible signal meeting the requirements under ORS 820.370 (Ambulance or emergency vehicle sirens) when the driver is proceeding past a stop light or stop sign under privileges granted by ORS 820.300 (Exemptions from traffic laws) (1)(b).

(d) A driver of an emergency vehicle or ambulance who is exercising privileges granted under ORS 820.300 (Exemptions from traffic laws) by parking or standing an emergency vehicle in disregard of a regulation or ordinance prohibiting that parking, stopping or standing, shall not use the audible signal.

(e) In exercising the privileges under ORS 820.300 (Exemptions from traffic laws) (1)(e) relating to buses and bus safety lights, the driver of an emergency vehicle or ambulance must first stop the vehicle and then must:

(A) Determine that no passengers of the bus remain on the roadway; and

(B) Proceed with caution.

(f) In proceeding past any stop light or stop sign under the privileges granted by ORS 820.300 (Exemptions from traffic laws) , the driver of an emergency vehicle or ambulance must slow down as may be necessary for safe operation.

(g) The driver of an emergency vehicle or ambulance must not exceed any designated speed limit to an extent which endangers persons or property.

(2) The driver of an emergency vehicle that is operated as an emergency police vehicle is not required to use either visual signal or the audible signal as described in this section in order to exercise the privileges granted in ORS 820.300 (Exemptions from traffic laws) when it reasonably appears to the driver that the use of either or both would prevent or hamper the apprehension or detection of a violator of a statute, ordinance or regulation.

(3) The offense described in this section, illegal operation of an emergency vehicle or ambulance, is a Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §759; 1985 c.16 §364; 1995 c.209 §1]

Source: Section 820.320 — Illegal operation of emergency vehicle or ambulance; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors820.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.375 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.375
801.375 “Owner.”
Status: in_force

“Owner” when referring to the owner of a vehicle means:

(1) The person in whose name title to a vehicle is issued, and who is entitled to possession and use of the vehicle.

(2) If the title and right to possession and use for a vehicle are in different persons:

(a) The person, other than a security interest holder, who is entitled to the possession and use of the vehicle under a security agreement.

(b) The lessor or lessee of a vehicle, as designated by the lessor on the application for title, if the lessee is entitled to possession and use of the vehicle under a lease agreement. [1983 c.338 §67; 1991 c.551 §1; 1993 c.233 §7]

Source: Section 801.375 — “Owner.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 816.360 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 816 / Section 816.360
816.360 Use of prohibited lighting equipment
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of use of prohibited lighting equipment if the person does any of the following:

(a) Drives or moves on any highway any vehicle that is equipped with lighting equipment that the vehicle is not allowed under ORS 816.350 (Prohibitions on number and kind of lights for certain vehicles) .

(b) Owns a vehicle or combination of vehicles and causes or knowingly permits the vehicle or combination of vehicles to be driven or moved on any highway when the vehicle or combination is equipped with lights that the vehicle or combination is not allowed under ORS 816.350 (Prohibitions on number and kind of lights for certain vehicles) .

(2) The application of this section is subject to the exemptions from this section established under ORS 816.370 (Exemptions from lighting equipment prohibitions) .

(3) The offense described in this section, use of prohibited lighting equipment, is a Class C traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §463; 1985 c.393 §15]

Source: Section 816.360 — Use of prohibited lighting equipment; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors816.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 809.535 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 809 / Section 809.535
809.535 Suspension of commercial driver license for specified rail crossing violations
Status: in_force

(1) The driver of a commercial motor vehicle is subject to suspension of the driver’s commercial driving privileges upon conviction of any of the following offenses:

(a) Failure to stop for a railroad signal in violation of ORS 811.455 (Failure to stop for railroad signal) .

(b) Failure to follow rail crossing procedures for high-risk vehicles in violation of ORS 811.460 (Failure to follow rail crossing procedures for high-risk vehicles) .

(c) Obstructing a rail crossing in violation of ORS 811.475 (Obstructing rail crossing) .

(d) Failure of the operator of a commercial motor vehicle to slow down and check that tracks are clear of an approaching train or other on-track equipment in violation of ORS 811.462 (Failure of operator of commercial motor vehicle to slow down and check tracks) .

(2) Upon receipt of a record of conviction for an offense described in subsection (1) of this section, the Department of Transportation shall suspend the convicted person’s commercial driving privileges for the following periods of time:

(a) Sixty days if:

(A) The conviction is the person’s first conviction of an offense described in subsection (1) of this section; or

(B) The date the person committed an offense described in subsection (1) of this section is not within three years of the date the person committed another offense, as described in subsection (1) of this section and for which there was a conviction.

(b) One hundred and twenty days if:

(A) The conviction is the person’s second conviction of an offense described in subsection (1) of this section;

(B) The date the person committed the second offense is within three years of the date the person committed another offense, as described in subsection (1) of this section and for which there was a conviction; and

(C) The convictions arose out of separate incidents.

(c) One year if:

(A) The conviction is the person’s third or subsequent conviction for an offense described in subsection (1) of this section;

(B) The date the person committed the latest offense is within three years of the dates the person committed two or more other offenses, as described in subsection (1) of this section and for which there were convictions; and

(C) The convictions arose out of separate incidents.

(3) A person is entitled to administrative review under ORS 809.440 (Hearing and administrative review procedures) of a suspension under this section.

(4) A report of a conviction in another jurisdiction of an offense described in subsection (1) of this section has the same effect as if the conviction had occurred in this state.

(5) A suspension imposed under this section is consecutive to any other suspension imposed under this section or ORS 809.510 (Conviction of crime) , 809.525 (Serious traffic offenses) or 809.530 (Violation of out-of-service order) if the suspensions do not arise out of the same incident. [Formerly 809.407; 2013 c.237 §18; 2017 c.176 §6]

Source: Section 809.535 — Suspension of commercial driver license for specified rail crossing violations , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors809.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 813.610 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 813 / Section 813.610
813.610 Soliciting another to blow into ignition interlock device
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of unlawfully soliciting another to blow into an ignition interlock device or start a motor vehicle equipped with an ignition interlock device if the person has such a device as a result of an order or requirement under ORS 813.602 (Circumstances under which ignition interlock device required) and the person requests or solicits another to blow into the device or start the motor vehicle so as to circumvent the device.

(2) The offense described in this section, unlawfully soliciting another to blow into an ignition interlock device or start a motor vehicle equipped with an ignition interlock device, is a Class A traffic violation. [1987 c.746 §6; 1989 c.576 §3]

Source: Section 813.610 — Soliciting another to blow into ignition interlock device; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors813.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.217 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.217
801.217 “Converter dolly.”
Status: in_force

“Converter dolly” means an auxiliary axle assembly equipped with a fifth wheel hitch and used to convert a semitrailer to a full trailer. [1991 c.284 §2]

Source: Section 801.217 — “Converter dolly.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.180 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.180
815.180 Standards
Status: in_force

This section designates fender and mudguard standards for ORS 815.185 (Operation without proper fenders or mudguards) . Except as specifically provided by an exemption under ORS 815.190 (Exemptions from mudguard and fender requirements) , a vehicle is in violation of ORS 815.185 (Operation without proper fenders or mudguards) if the vehicle is not equipped with fenders or mudguards as required under ORS 815.185 (Operation without proper fenders or mudguards) or if the fenders or mudguards do not meet the standards of this section or are not of the type required by this section. The standards for fenders and mudguards are as follows:

(1) There are three different types of fenders and mudguards. Any vehicle required to have fenders and mudguards may be equipped with any fender, cover, flap or splash apron to comply with the requirements of ORS 815.185 (Operation without proper fenders or mudguards) for fenders and mudguards as long as the fenders and mudguards meet all of the following standards:

(a) The width of any fender or mudguard required under this section must be of sufficient size so that the fender or mudguard extends at least to each side of the width of the tire or combined width of the multiple tires when measured against the cross section of the tread of the wheel or the combined cross sections of the treads of the multiple wheels.

(b) Any fender or mudguard required under this section must be of sufficient size and must be so constructed as to be capable at all times of arresting and deflecting any dirt, mud, water or other substance that may be picked up and carried by the wheels.

(2) The following types of fenders or mudguards must cover the wheels of the vehicle in the manner described in paragraphs (a), (b) and (c) of this subsection:

(a) Type I fenders or mudguards must extend in full width from a point on the wheels that is above and forward of the center of the tires over to a point at the rear of the wheels that is not more than 10 inches, or, if attached to the rear of a dump box that elevates for unloading, not more than 13 inches, above the surface of the highway when the vehicle is empty.

(b) Type II fenders or mudguards must extend downward in full width from a point behind the wheels that is not lower than halfway between the center of the wheels and the top of the tires to a point at the rear of the wheels that is not more than 10 inches above the surface of the highway when the vehicle is empty.

(c) Type III fenders or mudguards must extend in full width from a point on the wheels that is above and forward of the center of the tire over a point at the rear of the wheel that is not more than 27 inches above the surface of the highway. [1983 c.338 §483; 1985 c.16 §252; 1993 c.314 §2; 2001 c.335 §9; 2003 c.158 §13]

Source: Section 815.180 — Standards , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 824.256 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 824 / Section 824.256
824.256 Expense contributed by public held in trust by railroad company
Status: in_force

Any portion of the cost or expense that is contributed or borne by any public authority under ORS 824.200 (Definitions for 824.200 to 824.256) , 824.204 (Authority to construct grade crossings) , 824.206 (Elimination, relocation or alteration of grade crossing) , 824.210 (Construction and alteration of crossings above or below grade) to 824.218 (Work and materials furnished by railroad company) and 824.226 (Dangerous grade crossings) shall forever be considered as held in trust by the railroad company receiving the same or the benefits thereof, and no part thereof shall be considered a part of the value of the property of the railroad company upon which it is entitled to receive a return. [Formerly 763.320]

Source: Section 824.256 — Expense contributed by public held in trust by railroad company , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors824.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 810.070 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 810 / Section 810.070
810.070 Use of golf carts on highways
Status: in_force

A road authority, on any of its own highways that are located adjacent to a golf course, may permit the operation of golf carts between the golf course and the place where golf carts are parked or stored or located within or bounded by a real estate development. All of the following apply to the authority granted under this section:

(1) Exercise of the authority granted under this section must be by means of an ordinance.

(2) The authority granted under this section may only be exercised where the combined operation of golf carts and regular vehicle traffic can be accomplished safely.

(3) A road authority shall prescribe rules and shall regulate the combined operation of golf carts and vehicles when permitted under this section. The rules may establish speed limits and other operating standards but shall not require that golf carts conform with the vehicle equipment laws under the vehicle code.

(4) A designation of combined operation under this section or rules instituted under this section are effective when appropriate signs giving notice thereof are posted along the affected highway and are not effective before such posting.

(5) If a designation is made under this section to permit combined operation, the golf carts operated in accordance with the designation and rules adopted by the road authority qualifies for the exemptions under ORS 820.210 (Registration exemptions for golf carts and similar vehicles) .

(6) This section only applies to real estate developments that have single or multiple family residences whose owners or occupants are eligible for membership in or the use of one or more golf courses within the development by virtue of ownership or occupancy of a residential dwelling unit in the development.

(7) This section neither grants authority to nor limits the authority of the Department of Transportation. [1983 c.338 §151; 2003 c.757 §2]

Source: Section 810.070 — Use of golf carts on highways; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors810.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 802.175 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 802 / Section 802.175
802.175 Definitions for ORS 802.175 to 802.191
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 802.175 (Definitions for ORS 802.175 to 802.191) to 802.191 (Civil action for violation of ORS 802.175 to 802.187) :

(1) “Motor vehicle record” means any record that pertains to a grant of driving privileges, an identification card issued by the Department of Transportation, a vehicle title or a vehicle registration.

(2) “Person” means an individual, an organization or an entity, but does not include the State of Oregon or any agency thereof.

(3) “Personal information” means the following information that identifies an individual:

(a) Driver license, driver permit or identification card number;

(b) Name;

(c) Address (excluding five-digit zip code); and

(d) Telephone number. [1997 c.678 §2; 1999 c.267 §1; 2003 c.655 §96]

Source: Section 802.175 — Definitions for ORS 802.175 to 802.191 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors802.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 811.065 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 811 / Section 811.065
811.065 Unsafe passing of person operating bicycle
Status: in_force

"Specifically, the bill would require drivers to slow down when passing an obstruction on their right and would amend the definition of obstruction to include someone riding a bicycle…" Bibliographic info

(1) A driver of a motor vehicle commits the offense of unsafe passing of a person operating a bicycle if the driver violates any of the following requirements:

(a) The driver of a motor vehicle may only pass a person operating a bicycle by driving to the left of the bicycle at a safe distance and returning to the lane of travel once the motor vehicle is safely clear of the overtaken bicycle. For the purposes of this paragraph, a “safe distance” means a distance that is sufficient to prevent contact with the person operating the bicycle if the person were to fall into the driver’s lane of traffic. This paragraph does not apply to a driver operating a motor vehicle:

(A) In a lane that is separate from and adjacent to a designated bicycle lane;

(B) At a speed not greater than 35 miles per hour; or

(C) When the driver is passing a person operating a bicycle on the person’s right side and the person operating the bicycle is turning left.

(b) The driver of a motor vehicle may drive to the left of the center of a roadway to pass a person operating a bicycle proceeding in the same direction only if the roadway to the left of the center is unobstructed for a sufficient distance to permit the driver to pass the person operating the bicycle safely and avoid interference with oncoming traffic. This paragraph does not authorize driving on the left side of the center of a roadway when prohibited under ORS 811.295 (Failure to drive on right) , 811.300 (Failure to drive on right of approaching vehicle) or 811.310 (Crossing center line on two-way, four-lane road) to 811.325 (Failure to keep camper, trailer or truck in right lane) .

(c) The driver of a motor vehicle that passes a person operating a bicycle shall return to an authorized lane of traffic as soon as practicable.

(2) Passing a person operating a bicycle in a no passing zone in violation of ORS 811.420 (Passing in no passing zone) constitutes prima facie evidence of commission of the offense described in this section, unsafe passing of a person operating a bicycle, if the passing results in injury to or the death of the person operating the bicycle.

(3) The offense described in this section, unsafe passing of a person operating a bicycle, is a Class B traffic violation. [2007 c.794 §2]

Note: 811.065 (Unsafe passing of person operating bicycle) 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 811.065 — Unsafe passing of person operating bicycle; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors811.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 818.330 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 818 / Section 818.330
818.330 Exemptions from prohibition on dragging objects on highway
Status: in_force

This section establishes exemptions from ORS 818.320 (Dragging objects on highway) . The exemptions in this section are in addition to any under ORS 801.026 (General exemptions) . Exemptions are partial or complete as described in the following:

(1) Operations authorized under terms of a permit issued under ORS 818.240 (Dragging permit) are subject to the terms of the permit. It shall be a defense to any charge of violation of ORS 818.320 (Dragging objects on highway) if the person so charged produces a permit issued under ORS 818.240 (Dragging permit) authorizing the operation issued prior to and valid at the time of the offense.

(2) ORS 818.320 (Dragging objects on highway) 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.

(3) ORS 818.320 (Dragging objects on highway) does not apply on any road, 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. [1983 c.338 §527; 1987 c.158 §174]

Source: Section 818.330 — Exemptions from prohibition on dragging objects on highway , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors818.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 807.173 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 807 / Section 807.173
807.173 Additional requirements for hazardous materials endorsement
Status: in_force

(1) Notwithstanding ORS 807.170 (Requirements for issuance) , the Department of Transportation may not issue or renew a commercial driver license with a hazardous materials endorsement and may cancel a commercial driver license with a hazardous materials endorsement if a person:

(a) Does not complete and pass a security threat assessment from the federal Transportation Security Administration, including receipt by the department of a notice from the federal Transportation Security Administration showing that the person does not pose a security threat. The department shall establish by rule the process and frequency for obtaining a security threat assessment.

(b) Is assessed as a security threat by the federal Transportation Security Administration. The assessment must be received by the department in the form of a notice from the federal Transportation Security Administration.

(2) A person is entitled to administrative review under ORS 809.440 (Hearing and administrative review procedures) when the department does not issue or renew a commercial driver license with a hazardous materials endorsement under this section or cancels a commercial driver license with a hazardous materials endorsement under this section.

(3) To the extent possible, rules promulgated by the department under this section should be uniform with any applicable federal regulations related to the holding of a commercial driver license with a hazardous materials endorsement. [2005 c.649 §33; 2009 c.395 §8; 2019 c.701 §19; 2021 c.630 §104]

Source: Section 807.173 — Additional requirements for hazardous materials endorsement; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors807.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 810.012 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 810 / Section 810.012
810.012 Jurisdiction over access to facilities and services from certain roads
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other provision of the Oregon Vehicle Code, the Oregon Transportation Commission, by rule, may establish procedures for, and certify to the Federal Highway Administration compliance with, 23 C.F.R. part 658 for roads under the authority of cities and counties. [1991 c.283 §2]

Source: Section 810.012 — Jurisdiction over access to facilities and services from certain roads; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors810.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.060 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.060
814.060 Failure to use pedestrian tunnel or overhead crossing
Status: in_force

(1) A pedestrian commits the offense of failure to use pedestrian tunnel or overhead crossing if the pedestrian crosses a roadway other than by means of a pedestrian tunnel or overhead pedestrian crossing when a tunnel or overhead crossing serves the place where the pedestrian is crossing the roadway.

(2) The offense described in this section, failure to use pedestrian tunnel or overhead crossing, is a Class D traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §557]

Source: Section 814.060 — Failure to use pedestrian tunnel or overhead crossing; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 814.405 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 814 / Section 814.405
814.405 Status of electric assisted bicycle
Status: in_force

An electric assisted bicycle shall be considered a bicycle, rather than a motor vehicle, for purposes of the Oregon Vehicle Code, except when otherwise specifically provided by statute. [1997 c.400 §4]

Source: Section 814.405 — Status of electric assisted bicycle , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors814.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 809.390 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 809 / Section 809.390
809.390 Period of revocation
Status: in_force

All of the following apply to a person whose driving privileges have been revoked:

(1) The period of revocation shall last as long as required for the revocation by law.

(2) During the period of revocation, the person is not entitled to exercise any driving privileges in this state or to apply for or receive any driving privileges in this state except when a person who has been determined to be a habitual offender is permitted to obtain driving privileges under ORS 807.240 (Hardship permit) .

(3) Upon expiration of the revocation period, the person must reapply for driving privileges in the manner established by law and must reestablish the person’s eligibility for issuance of driving privileges.

(4) The Department of Transportation may issue new driving privileges to a person before the expiration of the revocation period if the person is otherwise entitled to be issued driving privileges and when, with reference to a conviction upon which the revocation was based, the Governor has pardoned the person of the crime.

(5) The department shall not issue any driving privileges in contradiction to this section.

(6) If the person fails to surrender to the department any license or driver permit issued as evidence of driving privileges that are revoked, the person is subject to the penalty under ORS 809.500 (Failure to return suspended, revoked or canceled license) .

(7) No reinstatement of revoked driving privileges will be made by the department until the fee for reinstatement of revoked driving privileges established under ORS 807.370 (License, endorsement and permit fees) is paid to or waived by the department. The department may waive the reinstatement fee if the department committed an error in issuing the revocation. [1983 c.338 §351; 1985 c.16 §165; 1985 c.393 §10; 1985 c.669 §1; 1987 c.801 §8; 2018 c.76 §10]

Source: Section 809.390 — Period of revocation; effect; reinstatement; fee , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors809.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 818.220 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 818 / Section 818.220
818.220 Requirements, conditions and procedures for issuance of variance permit
Status: in_force

This section establishes requirements, conditions and procedures for issuance of variance permits under ORS 818.200 (Authority to issue variance permits) as follows:

(1) In issuing a permit, the road authority may:

(a) Grant a permit that is valid for a single trip, a number of trips or continuous operation.

(b) Establish seasonal or other time limitations on a permit.

(c) Establish any additional terms, limits or conditions on a permit that are necessary or desirable for the protection of the highways and streets and the public interest.

(d) Require the applicant to furnish public liability and property damage insurance in an amount fixed by the granting authority.

(e) Require the applicant to furnish indemnity insurance or an indemnity bond, in an amount fixed by the granting authority, to:

(A) Indemnify the road authority for any damage to the highways or streets that may be caused under the permit; and

(B) Indemnify the members, officers, employees and agents of the road authority from any claim that might arise out of the granting of the permit and the use of the highways under the permit.

(f) Require a demonstration by the applicant to establish that operation under a permit would:

(A) Stay on the right side of the center line of the traveled way at all times; and

(B) Allow sufficient room in the opposing traffic lane for the safe movement of other vehicles.

(2) A permit shall be in writing and shall specify:

(a) All highways or streets over which the permit is valid.

(b) Any vehicle, combination of vehicles, load, article, property, machine or thing allowed under the permit.

(c) Maximum dimensions and maximum weights allowed under the permit.

(3) A road authority may not issue a permit under this section:

(a) That is valid for longer than one year.

(b) Until any insurance or bond required under this section is filed with and accepted by the granting authority.

(c) Until the granting authority has investigated any representations made in the application for the permit.

(d) If the sole purpose of the permit is to specify highways on which a vehicle or combination of vehicles may not travel.

(4) An application for a permit issued under this section shall be in writing and shall specify:

(a) The vehicle, combination of vehicles, load, article, property, machine or thing for which the permit is requested;

(b) The particular highways and streets for which the permit is sought; and

(c) Whether the permit is sought for a single trip, number of trips or continuous operation.

(5) This section does not authorize:

(a) Except as specified in a permit, any vehicle, combination of vehicles, load, article, property, machine or thing for which the permit is issued to be operated or moved contrary to any provisions of the vehicle code.

(b) Any movement or operation of a vehicle, combination of vehicles, load, article, property, machine or thing until a permit is issued.

(6) The road authority may appoint any of its officers, employees or agents to be present at and during the movement. The presence of any person so appointed and any interference or suggestion made by that person shall not be considered supervision of the movement and shall not relieve the permit holder, or the permit holder’s insurers or sureties, from liability for any damage done by the movement. If, in the opinion of the person appointed to be present at and during the movement, any of the terms and conditions of the permit are not being complied with, that person may order the movement to be stopped.

(7) Any permit may be canceled at any time by the road authority upon proof satisfactory to it that:

(a) The permit holder has violated any of the terms of the permit;

(b) The permit was obtained through misrepresentation in the application therefor; or

(c) The public interest requires cancellation.

(8) A road authority may establish a program for issuance of permits that is not subject to any requirements, conditions or procedures described under this section. A program established under this subsection shall be established by rule or resolution, as appropriate. A program established under this subsection may include any of the following:

(a) Provisions and requirements that differ from those otherwise required under this section.

(b) Authority that is not subject to the limitations under ORS 818.210 (Limits on authority to issue variance permit) .

(c) Any provisions or requirements the road authority determines may simplify or expedite the process of issuing permits.

(d) Exclusions from the prohibitions and penalties under ORS 818.350 (Failure to carry and display variance permit) if the person or vehicle complies with the conditions of the permit and the program.

(e) Applicability of the penalties provided under ORS 818.340 (Operating in violation of variance permit) , 818.350 (Failure to carry and display variance permit) and 818.410 (Civil liability for certain violations) for violation of the program.

(9) Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, if a road authority other than the state issues a variance permit for a divisible load with a combined weight of more than 80,000 pounds, the variance permit shall be a one-year permit that is valid for continuous operation.

(10) The Department of Transportation may adopt rules to establish uniform requirements and consistent mitigation strategies that a road authority must apply as conditions for operation of a truck tractor and semitrailer combination under an overlength variance permit issued under ORS 818.200 (Authority to issue variance permits) . [1983 c.338 §537; 1985 c.16 §276; 1989 c.432 §1; 2003 c.185 §3]

Source: Section 818.220 — Requirements, conditions and procedures for issuance of variance permit; duration; cancellation; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors818.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 815.145 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 815 / Section 815.145
815.145 Exemptions from traction tire or chains requirement
Status: in_force

(1) This section establishes exemptions from ORS 815.140 (Failure to use vehicle traction tires or chains) and 815.142 (Failure to carry vehicle traction tires or chains) .

(2) The following are completely or partially exempt as described:

(a) Police vehicles under any conditions.

(b) Fire vehicles when responding to a fire.

(c) An ambulance when responding to an emergency.

(3) A passenger vehicle or truck is not required to use chains if the vehicle or truck:

(a) Has an unloaded weight of 6,500 pounds or less;

(b) Is equipped and operated to provide power to both front and rear wheels;

(c) Is carrying chains as defined in ORS 815.045 (Rules for use of traction tires, retractable studded tires and chains) ;

(d) Is equipped with tires, on all wheels, that are vehicle traction tires as defined in ORS 815.045 (Rules for use of traction tires, retractable studded tires and chains) ;

(e) Is not towing another vehicle other than as may be necessary to remove disabled vehicles from the roadway; and

(f) Is not being operated in a manner or under conditions where the vehicle loses traction while stopping, cornering or moving. [1983 c.338 §475; 1997 c.493 §3; 2021 c.630 §98]

Source: Section 815.145 — Exemptions from traction tire or chains requirement , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors815.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 824.218 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 824 / Section 824.218
824.218 Work and materials furnished by railroad company
Status: in_force

All work and the material for work done under ORS 824.200 (Definitions for 824.200 to 824.256) , 824.204 (Authority to construct grade crossings) , 824.206 (Elimination, relocation or alteration of grade crossing) , 824.210 (Construction and alteration of crossings above or below grade) to 824.218 (Work and materials furnished by railroad company) , 824.226 (Dangerous grade crossings) to 824.230 (Installation of protective devices where railroads intersect at grade) , 824.238 (Division of costs between railroad and public authority) , 824.240 (Payment when public highway involved) and 824.256 (Expense contributed by public held in trust by railroad company) within the limits of railroad rights of way shall, if the railroad company so desires, be furnished and done by the railroad company. However, the Department of Transportation shall have supervision of the work and may decide the kind of material to be used. [Formerly 763.100; 1997 c.249 §253]

Source: Section 824.218 — Work and materials furnished by railroad company; supervision of work , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors824.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 810.412 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 810 / Section 810.412
810.412 Limitation on issuing citations for traffic offenses related to vehicle lighting
Status: in_force

(1) Notwithstanding ORS 810.410 (Arrest and citation) , a police officer may not initiate a traffic violation stop for unlawful use or failure to use lights under ORS 811.520 (Unlawful use or failure to use lights) or operation without required lighting equipment under ORS 816.330 (Operation without required lighting equipment) if the offense is based on the following circumstances:

(a) A headlight that is not in compliance with ORS 816.050 (Headlights) or 816.320 (Lighting equipment required for motor vehicles) , and the vehicle has a headlight that is in compliance;

(b) A taillight that is not in compliance with ORS 816.080 (Taillights) or 816.320 (Lighting equipment required for motor vehicles) , and the vehicle has a taillight that is in compliance;

(c) A brake light that is not in compliance with ORS 816.100 (Brake lights) or 816.320 (Lighting equipment required for motor vehicles) , and the vehicle has a brake light that is in compliance;

(d) A taillight that does not emit red light as required by ORS 816.080 (Taillights) (2); or

(e) A registration plate light that is not in compliance with ORS 816.090 (Registration plate lights) or 816.320 (Lighting equipment required for motor vehicles) .

(2) A police officer may issue a citation for unlawful use or failure to use lights under ORS 811.520 (Unlawful use or failure to use lights) or operation without required lighting equipment under ORS 816.330 (Operation without required lighting equipment) based on circumstances described in subsection (1) of this section only if the police officer has already stopped and detained the driver operating the motor vehicle for a separate traffic violation or other offense. [2022 c.78 §6]

Source: Section 810.412 — Limitation on issuing citations for traffic offenses related to vehicle lighting , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors810.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 819.430 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 819 / Section 819.430
819.430 Trafficking in vehicles with destroyed or altered identification numbers
Status: in_force

(1) A person commits the offense of trafficking in vehicles with destroyed or altered identification numbers if the person knowingly buys, sells, receives, disposes of, conceals or has in the person’s possession any vehicle or component from which the vehicle identification number has been removed, defaced, covered, altered or destroyed for the purpose of concealing or misrepresenting the identity of the vehicle or component.

(2) The offense described in this section, trafficking in vehicles with destroyed or altered identification numbers, is a Class A misdemeanor. [1983 c.338 §296]

Source: Section 819.430 — Trafficking in vehicles with destroyed or altered identification numbers; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors819.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 801.495 — OR Code / Title 59 / Chapter 801 / Section 801.495
801.495 “Special mobile equipment.”
Status: in_force

“Special mobile equipment” means a vehicle that is not designed primarily to transport persons or property, that is operated on a highway only incidentally and that is used primarily on a farm, for timber production and harvest, for construction work or for lawn and grounds care. [2012 c.12 §21]

Source: Section 801.495 — “Special mobile equipment.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).