| Moped-Restricted Driver License |
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| Overview |
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This page provides information on obtaining an Oregon Moped-Restricted Driver License.
Use the links below to go directly to any section:
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| General Information |
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DMV issues a restricted Class C driver license to moped-only operators 16 years of age or older. You cannot get an instruction permit for operating a moped.
A Class C driver license allows operation of a moped.
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| Moped Definition |
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ORS 801.345 defines a moped as a vehicle, including any bicycle equipped with a power source, other than an electric assisted bicycle as defined in ORS 801.258 or a motor assisted scooter as defined in ORS 801.348, that complies with all of the following:
- It is designed to be operated on the ground upon wheels.
- It has a seat or saddle for use of the rider.
- It is designed to travel with not more than three wheels in contact with the ground.
- It is equipped with an independent power source that:
- Is capable of propelling the vehicle, unassisted, at a speed of not more than 30 miles per hour on a level road surface; and
- If the power source is a combustion engine, has a piston or rotor displacement of 35.01 to 50 cubic centimeters regardless of the number of chambers in the power source.
- It is equipped with a power drive system that functions directly or automatically only and does not require clutching or shifting by the operator after the system is engaged.
Note: In using the ORS link above, you will need to scroll down to find the corrrect ORS reference.
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| Driving Restrictions |
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A moped-restricted license allows operation of only mopeds. Operating a vehicle that does not fit the definition of a moped with a moped-restricted license could result in a citation for operating a vehicle without driving privileges (ORS 807.010).
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| To Qualify/Apply |
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You must apply in person at a DMV office, and you must:
After you meet the requirements, you are issued an interim card to use until you receive your moped-restricted license in the mail.
If you surrender a previous driver license, permit or Oregon ID Card, it is hole-punched and returned to you. The hole-punched card is not valid by itself, but may be used as additional proof of identity with the interim card.
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| Related Information |
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Additional information that may be relevant includes:
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