Oregon DMV Vehicle-related FAQs

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Vehicle-related FAQs

Overview

This page provides links to frequently asked questions and answers (or other pages that provide answers) that pertain to vehicles and their owners.

Use the links below to go directly to any section:

Accidents
Address Changes
DEQ / Emissions (Smog) Testing
Disabled Person Parking Permits
Fees
License Plates
Miscellaneous
Other Vehicles (boats, motor homes, trailers, etc.)
Vehicle Registration
Vehicle Titles
Related Information

Accidents

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

How soon do I need to file an accident report?
I was in a collision and the other party did not have insurance, what do I do?
I was in an accident, do I have to file an accident report?

Address Changes

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

I have just moved, how long do I have before I must notify DMV?
Is there a fee for an address change?
How do I change my address on my vehicle registration?

DEQ / Emissions (Smog) Testing

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

What is the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)?
What is the DEQ Vehicle Inspection Program?
Who can get a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) inspection at DEQ?
Who can renew their Oregon registration at DEQ?
Who is required to get emissions testing?
Why do we need emissions testing?

Disabled Person Parking Permits

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

How can I return a permit?
How long is a disabled person parking permit valid?
How much do disabled person parking permits cost?
If I move out of state, do I have to return my permit?
Is my out of state permit valid in Oregon?
What are disabled person license plates?
What steps are required to obtain a disabled person permit?
What types of permits are available?
Where can I get more information about disabled person parking permits?
Who qualifies for a disabled person parking permit?

Fees

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

Can I pay using a credit or debit card?
Where can I find a list of all DMV fees?
Where can I find a list of all driver license and ID card related fees?
Who determines how much DMV charges?

License Plates

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

How can I transfer my license plate to a different vehicle?
How do I dispose of old license plates?
How do I get a different license plate?
How do I replace lost, damaged or destroyed license plates?
What safety equipment is needed to license a used motorcycle?
Why does it cost so much for a specialty license plate?

Miscellaneous

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

Does DMV handle transactions for manufactured structures (mobile homes)?
How do I get a trip permit?
How do I report someone who may be a problem or medically at-risk driver, who appears to be driving while intoxicated, or who reacted with "road rage?"
I have a trip permit from another state for my vehicle, is it legal for me to operate it in Oregon?
If I give you a plate number, can you tell me who owns the vehicle?
There is a vehicle on my property that is not mine and is apparently abandoned, how do I get someone to remove it, and/or can I get a title for it?
What do I do about ownership and registration of a deceased family member's vehicle?
What does a Non-Profit organization have to do to set up a Vehicle Donation Program?

Other Vehicles (boats, motor homes, trailers, etc.)

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

Are pocket bikes, mini-choppers or mini-motorcycles legal on Oregon public roads?
Are scooters, mopeds, electric assisted bicycles and personal mobility devices legal on Oregon public roads?
Do I have to register my farm vehicle?
Do I have to register my light trailer?
Do I have to register my snow mobile?
Do I have to register my travel trailer?
Do I need a permit to operate a snowmobile?
Don't some pocket bikes, mini-choppers or mini-motorcycles fit the legal definition of a motorcycle?
I just sold my home and purchased an motor home (RV), can I register it in Oregon, and if so, how?
I only use my camper once a year, so if I let the registration lapse, will I have to pay back fees?
How do I title and register a vehicle I assembled myself?
How do I title and register my all-terrain vehicle (ATV)?
How do I title and register my boat and/or boat trailer?
How do I title and register my camper or travel trailer?
How do I title and register my commercial vehicle?
How do I register and title my electric or hybrid vehicle?
How do I title and register my manufactured structure (mobile home)?
How do I title and register my medium speed electric vehicle?
How do I title and register my moped?
How do I title and register my motor home (RV)?
How do I title and register my motorcycle?
How do I title and register my racing activity vehicle?
How do I title and register my tow/recovery vehicle?
How do I transport my manufactured structure (mobile home)?
Which motor-assisted scooters, mopeds, electric assisted bicycles and personal mobility devices are legal on public roads in Oregon?

Vehicle Registration

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

How do I get a trip permit?
How do I renew my registration?
I did not receive a registration renewal notice in the mail (or I lost it), what can I do?
I have lost my registration card, what can I do?
My vehicle is not operable at this time, should I notify DMV?
When is the best time to visit a DMV office?
What vehicles are registered for a four-year period?

Vehicle Titles

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

How do I change my address on my Oregon title?
How do I change my name on my Oregon title?
How do I remove a lienholder once I pay off my auto loan?
How do I replace a lost title?
How long will it take to get my title?
How soon do I have to transfer the title?
How/When do I apply for a salvage title?
I have a vehicle with an out-of-state title that shows "junked" (or similar words) on it, how do I get a title?
I just bought a car and there is no title available, what should I do?
I just sold my vehicle, what do I need to do?
My vehicle reflects mileage in kilometers, so do I need to convert the reading to miles?
What do I do if my vehicle is totaled in an accident?
What is a VIN inspection?
Why do odometer disclosures need to be on the title?

Related Information

Additional information that may be relevant includes:

Page updated: August 10, 2011