Oregon DMV Vehicle-related FAQs

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Vehicle-related FAQs

Overview

Vehicle Registration

DEQ / Emissions (Smog) Testing

Titles

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

License Plates

Accidents

Address Changes

Disabled Parking Permits

Miscellaneous

Related Information


Overview

This page provides access to frequently asked questions and answers that pertain to vehicles. The information is organized in the sections listed above. You may use the links above to go directly to any section.

Vehicle Registration

How do I renew my registration?
I've lost my registration card. What can I do?
When is the best time of day to visit a DMV office?
How do I get a trip permit?

I did not receive a registration renewal notice in the mail (or I lost it). What can I do?
What vehicles are registered for a four-year period?
My vehicle is not operable at this time. Should I notify DMV?

DEQ / Emissions (Smog) Testing

What is the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)?
What is the DEQ Vehicle Inspection Program?
Who needs emissions testing?

Why do we need emissions testing?
Who can get a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) inspection at DEQ?
Who can renew their Oregon registration at DEQ?

Titles

How long will it take to get my title?
How soon do I have to transfer the 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?
What is a VIN inspection?
Why do odometer disclosures need to be on the title?

How do I change my address or name on my Oregon title?
How do I replace a lost 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?
My vehicle reflects mileage in kilometers. Do I need to convert the reading to miles?

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

Do I have to register my travel trailer?
Do I have to register my light trailer?
I only use my camper once a year. If I let the registration lapse, will I have to pay back fees?

I just sold my home and purchased an RV/Motor home. Can I register it in Oregon? How?
How do I title my boat?

License Plates

How do I replace lost/destroyed or damaged license plates?
Why does it cost so much for a specialty license plate?

Accidents

I was in an accident, do I have to file an accident report?
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?

Address Changes

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 driver license or vehicle registration?

Disabled Parking Permits

Who qualifies for a disabled parking permit?
What steps are required to obtain disabled registration/permits/plates?

How long is a disabled permit valid?

Miscellaneous

How do I get a trip permit?
I have a trip permit from another state for my vehicle. Is it legal for me to operate it in Oregon?
Can I pay using a credit card?
There is a vehicle on my property that is not mine and is apparently abandoned. How do I get someone to remove it? Can I get a title for it?

Where can I find a list of fees?
If I give you a plate number, can you tell me who owns the vehicle?
What do I do about ownership and registration of a deceased family member's vehicle?
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"?


Related Information

Additional information that may be relevant includes: All/General Frequesntly Asked Questions How Do I...? Fees

Page updated: September 16, 2008

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