Oregon Code § 811.255·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Permitting unlawful operation of vehicle; penalty.
(1) A person who is an owner,
lessor or lessee of a motor vehicle or who employs or otherwise directs the
driver of a motor vehicle, commits the offense of permitting the unlawful
operation of a vehicle if the person knowingly permits or requires the operation
of the vehicle in violation of any of the following:
(a) The rules of
the road.
(b) The laws
governing equipment of motor vehicles.
(c) The laws
governing weight of motor vehicles.
(d) The laws
governing operator driving privileges.
(e) The laws
governing registration or titling of vehicles.
(2) The offense
described in this section, permitting unlawful operation of a vehicle, is a
Class B traffic violation. [1983 c.338 §607]
(Traffic Control
Devices)
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 811.255
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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