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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION,

DRIVER AND MOTOR VEHICLE SERVICES DIVISION





 

DIVISION 150
VEHICLE DEALERS

735-150-0000
Authority and Purpose
Division 150 rules are adopted under the authority of ORS 822.035. These rules establish procedures and requirements for the administration and enforcement of laws relating to the regulation of Oregon vehicle dealers.
[Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.]
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619 802.010 & 822.035

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.035

Hist.: MV 7-1987, f. & ef. 7-13-87; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04
735-150-0005
Oregon Dealer Advisory Committee
(1) The Oregon Dealer Advisory Committee is established pursuant to ORS 802.370.
(2) The committee's membership will consist of the following individuals appointed by the DMV administrator:
(a) Two individuals who represent franchise dealers of new vehicles;
(b) Two individuals who represent dealers of used vehicles;
(c) Two individuals who represent Oregon dismantlers;
(d) Two individuals who represent the interests of the general public;
(e) One individual who represents recreational vehicle dealers;
(f) One individual who represents vehicle dealership office management interests;
(g) One individual who represents auto auctions;
(h) One individual who represents Oregon towing businesses; and
(i) One individual who represents dealers of motorcycles, mopeds, or all-terrain vehicles.
(j) In addition to the committee membership described under subsections (a) through (i) of this section, membership may also include one individual, whose term of appointment and interest of representation is determined by the DMV Administrator.
(3) DMV will designate one member listed in section (2) of this rule as chair of the committee. The chair’s term expires December 31 of each year.
(4) Committee members are appointed to a three-year term and may be reappointed by the DMV administrator to serve an additional term(s). However, members serve at the pleasure of the DMV Administrator. Member terms will be staggered in a manner determined by DMV. In the event of a vacancy, the DMV administrator will appoint a new committee member to serve the duration of the three-year term.
(5) DMV will seek the recommendation of existing ODAC committee members or a trade or professional association generally recognized to represent a membership category before appointing a committee member, however, DMV is not bound by any recommendation.
(6) Meetings will be held quarterly beginning in January of each year, unless a meeting is cancelled, postponed or rescheduled as agreed to by DMV and a majority of the committee members. A committee member may be replaced by the DMV administrator for missing two consecutive quarterly meetings without good cause.
(7) DMV will consult with the committee before:
(a) Adopting administrative rules under ORS 822.035;
(b) Taking disciplinary action against a dealer under ORS 822.050 to revoke, suspend or place a dealer on probation;
(c) Levying a civil penalty against a dealer under ORS 822.009(1); or
(d) Taking disciplinary action against an Oregon dismantler under OAR 735-152-0050 to revoke, suspend or place a dismantler on probation.
(8) DMV may consult with the committee as required by section (7) of this rule at a committee meeting, or by mail, telephone, or other electronic means. DMV will provide written information on a proposed action described in section (7) of this rule to the committee members at least seven days before a committee meeting or the date a recommendation from the committee members is due. DMV may provide the written information by mail, fax, or other electronic means.
(9) The requirements of section (8) of this rule do not apply if DMV determines it must take immediate disciplinary action because the continued operation of a business regulated under ORS Chapter 822 jeopardizes public health or safety. DMV will consult with the committee before taking any action described under this section. Following the action, DMV will provide written notification of DMV’s action to the committee.
(10) Recommendations of the committee and the individual committee members are advisory only and the Department of Transportation, including DMV, is not bound by any recommendation.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010 & 822.035

Stats. Implemented: ORS 802.370

Hist.: MV 19-1992, f. 12-23-92, cert. ef. 1-1-93; DMV 6-1994, f. & cert. ef. 7-21-94; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04; DMV 32-2005(Temp), f. 12-14-05, cert. ef. 1-1-06 thru 6-29-06; DMV 4-2006, f. & cert. ef. 5-25-06; DMV 7-2009, f. & cert. ef. 3-20-09; DMV 19-2009(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-29-09 thru 3-20-10; DMV 5-2010, f. & cert. ef. 2-25-10
735-150-0010
Definitions
As used in this division and ORS Chapter 822:
(1) “Additional (or supplemental) place of business” or “additional (or supplemental) location” means a location, other than one exempted under OAR 735-150-0020, that is more than 500 feet from any other business location of the dealer that is operated under the same name as the main business location.
(2) “Advertise” means to offer a vehicle for sale or to communicate to the public that a person is acting as a vehicle dealer, by any oral, written, or graphic means including, but not limited to, handbills, the Internet, newspapers, signs, television, billboards, radio, and telephone directories.
(3) “Agent” means any dealer possessing a current valid vehicle dealer certificate issued under ORS 822.020, who accepts applications and fees for the titling and registration of vehicles sold by the dealer and who performs such other duties related to the titling and registration of vehicles as DMV authorizes under the rules set forth in division 150.
(4) “Authorized Representative” for the purposes of ORS 822.015 means an individual who is authorized by a certified dealer or licensed dealer to buy and sell vehicles on behalf of that dealer while participating in a vehicle auction as described under OAR 735-150-0047.
(5) “Broker” has the same meaning as “motor vehicle broker” as defined in ORS 822.047(1).
(6) “Brokerage services” has the same meaning as defined in ORS 822.047(1).
(7) “Business day” means Monday through Saturday and does not include Sundays or State of Oregon and Federal legal holidays.
(8) “Buyer,” “purchaser” and “lessee” have the same meaning as “owner” as defined in ORS 801.375.
(9) “Cancellation” has the same meaning as “revocation” as defined in section (32) of this rule.
(10) ”Certified dealer” means a vehicle dealer who holds a vehicle dealer certificate issued or renewed under ORS Chapter 822.020 or 822.040.
(11) “Circumstances beyond the dealer’s control,” as used in ORS 822.045(3)(b) and OAR 735-150-0050(5) means:
(a) That the dealer could not get the title from any state and the prior security interest holder was paid in full by the dealer; and
(b) The delay was a result of the security interest holder failing to release title; or
(c) DMV may consider the follow mitigating circumstances if those circumstances result in the physical destruction of, or inaccessibility to, vehicle records necessary to prove compliance with ORS 822.045(1) and OAR 735-150-0050(5):
(A) The direct result of clearly-established fraud or other criminal activity against the vehicle dealer, as determined in a criminal or civil action in a court of law or independently corroborated by a report of a law enforcement agency or insurer or the sworn testimony or affidavit of an accountant or the person who actually engaged in the criminal activity. This mitigating circumstance does not apply if the dealer is the perpetrator of the wrongdoing described in this paragraph; or
(B) The direct result of fire, flood or other calamitous event, resulting in physical destruction of, or inaccessibility to vehicle records to prove compliance with ORS 822.045(1) and OAR 735-150-0050(5).
(12) “Closure” means a vehicle dealership that no longer has legal authority to conduct dealer-related activity. For example, a dealer’s certificate issued under ORS 822.020 is expired, cancelled, suspended or revoked.
(13) “Clearly marked” means the notice and dealer contact information required under ORS 822.040(4)(b) and OAR 735-150-0033 is conspicuously posted on the window of each display vehicle, is in plain view of the public and is legible at a distance of six feet or more.
(14) “Date of sale,” or use of similar terms to indicate the day that the sale occurred, means the date that the purchaser takes possession of the vehicle. This does not apply to vehicles purchased by a dealer at wholesale auction. With respect to auto auctions and for purposes of consignor payment under ORS 822.060(1)(d), “date of sale” means the date upon which the consigning party delivers the necessary title documents to the purchasing dealer.
(15) “Dealer” means a person who engages in any of the activities described in ORS 822.005, except those persons exempted by ORS 822.015.
(16) “Dealership,” “place of business” or “business location” means a location within the State of Oregon where activities specified in ORS 822.005 take place.
(17) “Designated dealer” means a certified dealer who has been authorized to act as an agent of DMV under OAR 735-150-0040.
(18) “DMV” means the Driver and Motor Vehicle Services Division of the Oregon Department of Transportation.
(19) “DMV Administrator” means the administrator of the Driver and Motor Vehicles Services Division of the Oregon Department of Transportation.
(20) “Employee” means a person over whom a dealer exercises the type of control typically associated with an employer, including but not limited to:
(a) Determining the frequency, method and amount of compensation;
(b) Determining whether the person’s work is continuous or intermittent;
(c) Determining the hours or frequency of a person’s work; or
(d) Retaining the ability to terminate the relationship.
(21) “Good faith effort” as used in ORS 822.045(3) means action satisfactory to DMV that a vehicle dealer complied with the requirements set forth in OAR 735-150-0050(1) and (2).
(a) DMV will determine that the dealer’s efforts are in good faith if written documentation is provided that verifies:
(A) Action(s) was taken by the dealer within ten (10) days of sale to resolve problems with providing transfer of ownership; and
(B) The dealer provided complete and timely information to the customer concerning any problems encountered and actions being taken to resolve them.
(b) DMV will not accept a good faith effort by a dealer if, before the sale of the vehicle, the dealer knows or reasonably should know that title transfer could not be completed within 30 days.
(22) “Licensed dealer” as used in ORS 822.015, 822.045 and division 150 means a person who is currently licensed as a vehicle dealer in another jurisdiction.
(24) “Location,” “main business location” or “main dealership” means a location identified and listed as the dealer’s main business location on the most current application for vehicle dealer certificate.
(25) “Normal business hours” means all times during which a dealer engages in any of the activities described in ORS 822.005, except as exempted by ORS 822.015.
(26) “Person” means an individual, corporation, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, limited liability company, association, joint venture, public corporation or any other legal or commercial entity.
(27) “Permanent revocation” means to permanently revoke a vehicle dealer certificate and the right to apply for a vehicle dealer certificate.
(28) “Probation” means a period of time specified by DMV during which a vehicle dealer may continue to operate, but only under the terms or conditions established by DMV.
(29) “Principal” means an owner, partner, corporate officer or other person who controls or manages the business organization or employees or agents of the business organization.
(30) “Purchaser” has the same meaning as buyer or lessee.
(31) “Rebuilder” means a person engaged in conducting a “vehicle rebuilding business” as specified in ORS 822.070.
(32) “Revocation” means to void and terminate a vehicle dealer certificate. Unless permanently revoked, DMV will specify the period of time before the person subject to the revocation may apply for a new vehicle dealer certificate.
(33) “Sanction” means an action taken against a vehicle dealer by DMV in cases of non-compliance, fraud, misuse or abuse of privileges granted by a vehicle dealer certificate pursuant to a violation of the Oregon Vehicle Code or any rule adopted by DMV relating to vehicle dealers or the operation of a vehicle dealership.
(34) “Suspension” means a period of time specified by DMV during which a vehicle dealer is prohibited from:
(a) Buying, selling, trading, exchanging any vehicle or providing brokerage services. This includes, but is not limited to, providing information about price, quality, availability, payment terms, or any other information specific to the sale of a vehicle; and
(b) Acting as DMV’s agent.
(35) “Violation” means any violation by a person or vehicle dealer of the Oregon Vehicle Code or any rules adopted by DMV in accordance with ORS 822.009(1) & (2).
(36) “Warning” means a documented oral warning to the principal of a dealership or a written correction notice issued to the principal, or an employee of the dealership.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010, 822.035 & 2009 Or. Laws, Ch. 551

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.005 - 822.080 & 2009 Or. Laws, Ch. 551

Hist.: MV 7-1987, f. & ef. 7-13-87; MV 39-1989, f. & cert. ef. 10-3-89; MV 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 7-19-91; MV 22-1991, f. 9-27-91, cert. ef. 9-29-91; MV 19-1992, f. 12-23-92, cert. ef. 1-1-93; DMV 6-1994, f. & cert. ef. 7-21-94; DMV 2-1996, f. & cert. ef. 4-18-96; DMV 17-2002, f. & cert. ef. 9-20-02; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04; DMV 11-2005, f. 4-25-05, cert. ef. 5-1-05; DMV 24-2005, f. 11-18-05, cert. ef. 1-1-06; DMV 32-2005(Temp), f. 12-14-05, cert. ef. 1-1-06 thru 6-29-06; DMV 4-2006, f. & cert. ef. 5-25-06; DMV 31-2009, f. 12-22-09, cert. ef. 1-1-10
735-150-0015
Dealer Applications
(1) An applicant for a vehicle dealer certificate under ORS 822.020 must submit the following to the DMV Business Regulation Section:
(a) A completed and signed DMV Application for Vehicle Dealer Certificate form;
(b) A completed and signed DMV Surety Bond form;
(c) A completed and signed DMV Certificate of Insurance form or DMV Certificate of Exemption form;
(d) State-issued picture identification (a copy of driver license or identification card) for each owner, partner, principal corporate officer, etc.;
(e) All applicable fees; and
(f) The following documentation certifying completion of the education and test requirements prescribed by ORS 822.027:
(A) A certificate of education completion issued by an authorized education provider as evidence that the applicant has completed the education requirements under ORS 822.027(1)(a); or
(B) A completed and signed DMV Education Requirements Certification of Exemption form, if an applicant is exempt from the education and test requirements under ORS 822.027(2).
(2) An applicant for a renewal of vehicle dealer certificate under ORS 822.040 must submit the following to the DMV Business Regulation Section:
(a) A completed and signed DMV Application for Vehicle Dealer Certificate form;
(b) A completed and signed DMV Surety Bond form, if the applicant is submitting a new bond, or proof acceptable to DMV that a valid surety bond is in effect at the time of renewal. Proof includes, but is not limited to a notation on DMV records or other evidence acceptable to DMV that the required bond is in effect.
(c) A completed and signed DMV Certificate of Insurance form or DMV Certificate of Exemption form;
(d) State-issued picture identification (a copy of driver license or identification card) for each owner, partner, principal corporate officer, etc.;
(e) All applicable fees; and
(f) The following documentation certifying completion of the education and test requirements prescribed by ORS 822.027:
(A) A certificate of education completion issued by an authorized education provider as evidence that the applicant has completed the education requirements under ORS 822.027(1)(b); or
(B) A completed and signed DMV Education Requirements Certification of Exemption form, if an applicant is exempt from the education and test requirements under ORS 822.027(3).
(3) In addition to the requirements of sections (1) and (2) of this rule, the applicant must submit a completed and signed DMV Supplemental Dealer/Rebuilder Dealer Certificate form for each additional business location other than the dealer’s primary business location.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010, 802.012, 803.030, 822.020, 822.025, 822.027, 822.040

Stats. Implemented: ORS 802.012, 803.030, 822.020, 822.025, 822.027, 822.040

Hist.: DMV 4-1996, f. & cert. ef. 7-26-96; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04; DMV 5-2011, f. & cert. ef. 4-22-11
735-150-0017
Acting as a Vehicle Dealer
This rule describes certain circumstances under which an owner or lessor of real property is considered to be acting as a vehicle dealer without a certificate pursuant to ORS 822.005(1). The rule is not intended to limit DMV's authority to require a person to obtain a certificate, or to find a person in violation of ORS 822.005 for acting as a vehicle dealer without a valid certificate in any circumstance that violates the terms of ORS 822.005(1), unless the person has an exemption under ORS 822.015.
(1) An owner or lessor of real property must be licensed as a vehicle dealer pursuant to ORS 822.005(1), if the owner or lessor receives compensation of any type for the display or sale of vehicles on the property, and performs any of the following:
(a) Advertises or pays for advertising for any individual vehicle(s) displayed for sale either on-site, electronically or in print media;
(b) Answers any questions related to the terms of sale or consignment for any vehicle displayed for sale;
(c) Shows to any person any vehicle displayed for sale;
(d) Provides or pays for individual "for sale" signs for any vehicle displayed for sale;
(e) Cleans, prepares or otherwise physically maintains any vehicle displayed for sale;
(f) Provides or offers to provide financing for any vehicle displayed for sale;
(g) Prepares or provides any forms necessary for the titling or registration of any vehicle displayed for sale; or
(h) Performs any maintenance, body repair or mechanical services related to any vehicle part or component on any vehicle displayed for sale.
(2) This rule does not apply to a person who rents or leases property to a vehicle dealer who possesses a current vehicle dealer certificate, to the extent that the real property or any portion thereof is actually used by the dealer.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 822.009 and 822.035

Stat. Implemented: ORS 822.005, 822.009, 822.015 and 822.035

Hist: DMV 17-2002, f. & cert. ef. 9-20-02
735-150-0020
Exemptions From Vehicle Dealer Certification Requirement
(1) A person who rents or leases space to a vehicle dealer who holds a current valid certificate is not a dealer as defined in OAR 735-150-0010(15).
(2) The following apply where there is a formal display of vehicles, such as an auto show, by a group of dealers for a period of ten (10) days or less:
(a) Except as otherwise provided in this section and ORS 822.015(1)(h)(B), a dealer participating in a display must either be a certified vehicle dealer or a manufacturer of vehicles not engaged in sales to the public;
(b) A person who only rents or leases space to a participating dealer does not need a vehicle dealer certificate;
(c) A certified vehicle dealer does not need a supplemental certificate; and
(d) This section does not apply to RV shows held in accordance with OAR 735-150-0045.
(3) The exemption in ORS 822.015(1)(b) will be narrowly construed to exempt from dealer regulatory requirements only those persons who engage in buying, selling or exchanging vehicles as a mere incident to their personal ownership and use of those vehicles. This includes a business or corporate entity that holds such vehicles primarily for its own transportation needs, but not primarily for sale or exchange. No person may apply for certificates of title for the purpose of avoiding dealer regulatory requirements while dealing in vehicles.
(4) A person is not a rebuilder if that person:
(a) Is an employee of a certified vehicle dealer; or
(b) Is engaged solely in the repair of damaged vehicles at the request of the registered owner(s) of the vehicle(s).
(5) An employee of a dealer as defined in OAR 735-150-0010(15) is not required to have a separate dealer certificate in order to buy or sell vehicles on behalf of his or her employer.
(6) A certified vehicle dealer does not need a supplemental certificate for the location of an auction conducted by the dealer. This exemption applies when all the following conditions exist:
(a) Vehicles sold at the auction are consigned to the dealer;
(b) Vehicles are sold on the basis of the highest bid or most favorable offer;
(c) The auction does not exceed three (3) consecutive days; and
(d) The dealer does not own the property where the auction is conducted. If the dealer rents or leases the property where the auction is conducted, the rent/lease period must not exceed three (3) consecutive days.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010, 822.015, 822.035 & 2009 OL Ch. 551

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.015 & 2009 OL Ch. 551

Hist.: MV 7-1987, f. & ef. 7-13-87; MV 19-1992, f. 12-23-92, cert. ef. 1-1-93; DMV 6-1994, f. & cert. ef. 7-21-94; DMV 2-1996, f. & cert. ef. 4-18-96; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04; DMV 11-2005, f. 4-25-05, cert. ef. 5-1-05; DMV 31-2009, f. 12-22-09, cert. ef. 1-1-10
735-150-0024
Investigation of Certificate Applications
(1) DMV will investigate applications for original or renewal vehicle dealer certificates on a random basis to determine whether the information contained in the application is accurate and complete and may do so whenever DMV has reason to believe the application is not accurate or complete.
(2) DMV will investigate all applications for original or renewal vehicle dealer certificates to determine if any of the principals of the applicant dealer are or have been financially or operationally involved with any other dealer whose certificate or right to apply for a certificate is currently or has been on probation, suspended, canceled or revoked.
(3) Pursuant ORS 822.035(1), (8), and (9), DMV will investigate an applicant who indicates on the vehicle dealer certificate application that his or her vehicle dealer certificate has been revoked or is currently suspended in another jurisdiction.
(4) DMV may inspect the location from which the applicant proposes to transact business in order to ensure compliance with the requirements of OAR 735-150-0030 and with any restrictions imposed by any local governing body.
(5) DMV may, at any time during or after the application process, investigate to certify compliance with the requirements of ORS 822.025.
(6) DMV may investigate any other matters related to an application as it deems necessary within the limits of its authority.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010, 822.035 & 822.050

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.035

Hist.: MV 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 7-19-91; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04
735-150-0027
Refusal to Issue or Renew Vehicle Dealer Certificate
(1) DMV will not issue an original or renewal vehicle dealer certificate to any applicant when it determines the application is incomplete or information contained in the application is false.
(2) DMV will not issue an original or renewal vehicle dealer certificate to any applicant when it determines a principal of the applicant dealer is financially or operationally involved with any dealership whose certificate or right to apply for a certificate is currently suspended, canceled or revoked. Additionally, DMV will not issue an original or renewal vehicle dealer certificate to any applicant when it determines a principal of the applicant dealer was within one (1) year of the date of the application financially or operationally involved with any dealership whose certificate or right to apply for a certificate is currently suspended, canceled or revoked.
(3) DMV will issue an original or renewal vehicle dealer certificate on a probationary basis when it determines a principal of the applicant dealer is financially or operationally involved with any other dealer whose certificate or right to apply for a certificate is currently on probation. The probationary status of the new certificate will expire and attain regular status on the same date the probation period ends for the other dealership.
(4) As provided in ORS 822.035(8) and (9), DMV will not issue a vehicle dealer certificate under 822.020 to an applicant who has been issued a similar certificate from another jurisdiction that has been revoked or is currently suspended unless the applicant possesses a current, valid vehicle dealer certificate issued under 822.020. Nothing in this section precludes a vehicle dealer who holds a current, valid vehicle dealer certificate issued under 822.020 from obtaining a vehicle dealer certificate under 822.020 or a supplemental certificate under 822.040 or to renew a certificate under 822.040.
(5) DMV will not issue an original or renewal vehicle dealer certificate until such time as it is satisfied the applicant meets all requirements for issuance of a certificate found in ORS Chapter 822 and OAR chapter 735, division 150.
(6) DMV will not issue an original vehicle dealer certificate to an applicant whose business name is identical to or indistinguishable from an existing dealer name. DMV may consider geographic location and other factors at its discretion when determining the ability to distinguish between two similarly named dealerships.
(7) When DMV refuses to issue a vehicle dealer certificate, DMV will retain the fees submitted with the application to cover the cost of processing the application.
(8) An applicant who has been refused issuance of a vehicle dealer certificate is entitled to a contested case hearing as provided in the Oregon Administrative Procedures Act under ORS 183.413 to 183.500.
(9) The refused applicant's request for a hearing must be submitted in writing to and received by DMV within 60 days of the date of the refusal. A hearing request received in a timely manner will not result in issuance of a certificate, pending the outcome of the hearing. In the case of a refusal to renew, the dealer may continue to operate under the old certificate in accordance with ORS 183.430(1), pending the outcome of the hearing, except when the agency finds that such continued operation would constitute a serious danger to the public health or safety and extends the hearing request period to 90 days in accordance with ORS 183.430(2).
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010, 822.035 & 822.050

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.050

Hist.: MV 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 7-19-91; MV 19-1992, f. 12-23-92, cert. ef. 1-1-93; DMV 6-1994, f. & cert. ef. 7-21-94; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04
735-150-0030
Dealer Location Regulations
(1) Except as permitted under section (2) of this rule, each business location established by a dealer must:
(a) Have sufficient space to display one or more vehicles of the type the dealer has been issued a certificate to sell;
(b) Provide a means for the public to contact the dealer or an employee of the dealer at all times during the dealer's normal business hours;
(c) Display an exterior sign, permanently affixed to the land or a building, that identifies the dealership by the name printed on the vehicle dealer certificate, with letters clearly visible to the major avenue of traffic; and
(d) Display, in a publicly accessible and conspicuous manner, the vehicle dealer certificate.
(2) Where zoning or local ordinance prevent compliance, DMV may exempt a dealer from the requirements of subsections (1)(a), (b), or (c) of this rule if the dealer:
(a) Submits a written request for the exemption(s) to DMV documenting why an exemption should be granted;
(b) Agrees to an on-site inspection if required by DMV to determine the validity of the request and to seek reasonable alternatives to the exemption(s) requested; and
(c) Complies with any alternative proposed by DMV that substantially meets the requirements for the exemption requested.
(3) All locations from which a rebuilder conducts a "vehicle rebuilding business" as described in ORS 822.070 must be listed on an application for a vehicle dealer certificate as either the main business location or a supplemental business location. Each location must comply with the requirements of section (1) of this rule unless an exemption under section (2) of this rule is granted.
(4) The following apply to dealer locations, unless exempt under OAR 735-150-0020:
(a) A dealer must have a certificate or supplemental certificate for each location where the dealer sells or displays vehicles for sale. A dealer who uses a supplemental place of business, must have a supplemental certificate from DMV before business can be conducted at the supplemental location; and
(b) A dealer who moves a place of business or changes the business name must submit a completed and signed DMV Application to Correct Dealer/Rebuilder Vehicle Dealer Certificate and obtain a corrected dealer certificate before business can be conducted.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010, 822.025, 822.035 & 822.040

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.020, 822.035 & 822.040

Hist.: MV 7-1987, f. & ef. 7-13-87; Administrative Renumbering 3-1988, Renumbered from 735-071-0057; DMV 2-1996, f. & cert. ef. 4-18-96; DMV 10-1998, f.& cert. ef. 8-20-98; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04; DMV 11-2005, f. 4-25-05, cert. ef. 5-1-05
735-150-0033
Display of Vehicles for Advertising
In addition to the requirements of ORS 822.040(4), to display a vehicle for advertising at a location other than a dealership, a dealer must meet the following requirements:
(1) Have a signed agreement with the owner of the property before a vehicle is displayed that includes all of the following:
(a) The beginning and ending date of the display, not to exceed 30 calendar days;
(b) The name, address and phone number of the dealer or dealership and the certificate number of the dealer's main business location;
(c) The name of the dealer or dealer's representative who signs the agreement;
(d) A description of each vehicle to be displayed, including vehicle identification number, make, model and year;
(e) A signed and dated certification, stating that both the dealer and the property owner will abide by all applicable laws, rules and ordinances;
(f) The name, address and phone number of the business or property owner where a vehicle will be displayed. If a business, the business name must be the name registered with the Oregon Secretary of State; and
(g) The name of the signatory authorized to enter into agreements on behalf of the business or property owner.
(2) No more than five vehicles may be displayed on the property at the same time for advertising purposes. This total includes vehicles from any vehicle dealership.
(3) In addition to records required under OAR 735-150-0035, the dealer must maintain records that include copies of the agreement and notice required under ORS 822.040(4) and this rule. Records must be maintained at the business or property where vehicles are displayed for the duration of the agreement. Upon expiration of the agreement, records must be maintained for a period of two (2) years on the premises of the dealer's main business location.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010, 822.009, 822.035 & 822.045

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.009, 822.030, 822.035 & 822.045

Hist.: DMV 24-2005, f. 11-18-05, cert. ef. 1-1-06
735-150-0035
Dealer Records
(1) The original records required to be maintained by dealers pursuant to all applicable provisions of ORS Chapter 822 and OAR chapter 735, division 150 or documenting compliance with any of these provisions, must be maintained for a period of two (2) years on the premises of the main business location. Where a dealer has an additional (or supplemental) location pursuant to a valid supplemental certificate, all original records required to be maintained for that particular location must be maintained for two (2) years either at the main business location or at the additional (or supplemental) location, at the option of the dealer. For good cause shown or upon a showing of a business necessity, DMV, in its sole discretion, may authorize a dealer to maintain its dealer records at a location within the State of Oregon other than that required by this section.
(2) In addition to the requirements described in section (1) of this rule, dealer records must be maintained for an additional three-year period in any location within the State of Oregon that is convenient for the dealer. During this three-year period the dealer may, at the dealer's option, maintain the original dealer records or an exact copy of the original records in hard copy, on film, or electronically. If first approved by DMV, an exact copy of the dealer's original records may be stored in some other manner during this three-year period.
(3) Dealer records subject to this rule must be maintained in a manner allowing for timely and efficient retrieval of any record requested by DMV or a police officer for inspection. DMV or a police officer may require that any record printed or completed in a language other than English be accompanied by a copy translated into English.
(4) DMV may inspect dealer records including books, contracts, documents, letters and records of any type, including electronic and paper records, of any certified vehicle dealer when DMV is investigating a potential violation of Oregon Vehicle Code.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010, 822.035 & 822.042

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.035, 822.042 & 822.045

Hist.: DMV 10-2001, f. & cert. ef. 6-14-01; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04
735-150-0037
Records; Satisfying Prior Interest; Providing Clear Title
This rule establishes the records vehicle
dealers must maintain to comply with ORS 822.045(1) and OAR 735-150-0035.
(1) “Other primary
ownership document” as used in ORS 822.040(1)(j), as amended by Chapter 21,
Oregon Laws 2014, and this rule has the same meaning as set forth in OAR 735-020-0010.
(2) Vehicle dealers must
satisfy the interest in a vehicle they purchase within 15 days of transfer or receipt
of clear title pursuant to ORS 822.045(1)(j) and OAR 735-150-0035. To verify that
they have complied with this requirement, dealers must maintain records that show:
(a) The date a vehicle consumer
transferred any interest in a vehicle or camper to a dealer.
(b) The date a purchasing
dealer receives clear title from another dealer on a vehicle or camper. This date
is either the date:
(A) The purchasing dealer
took physical possession of the certificate of title or other primary ownership
document, including who it was received from; or
(B) Written notice was mailed
by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, to the purchasing dealer
that the certificate of title was available for pickup at a time and place prearranged
by the purchasing dealer and the dealer.
(c) The date the purchasing
dealer satisfied:
(A) The interest of any person
from whom the dealer purchased or obtained the vehicle or camper;
(B) The interest of any person
from whom a vehicle consumer leased the vehicle or camper; and
(C) Except as provided by
822.045(2), all security interests in the vehicle or camper entered into before
the date of transfer.
(D) The interest of the dealer
from which the purchasing dealer received the certificate of title or
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010,
822.035, 822.042, 822.045, 2014 OL Ch. 21
Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.009,
822.035, 822.042, 822.045 & 2014 OL Ch. 21
Hist.: DMV 20-2002, f. &
cert. ef. 10-14-02; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04; DMV 4-2014(Temp), f.
& cert. ef. 5-19-14 thru 11-14-14; DMV 12-2014, f. & cert. ef. 10-28-14
735-150-0039
Qualifications for Designation of Dealer as Agent
A dealer who possesses a valid Oregon vehicle dealer certificate issued pursuant to ORS 822.020 or renewed pursuant to ORS 822.040 must meet the qualifications in section (1) through (3) of this rule in order to be appointed and to continue to act as DMV's agent and to perform the duties permitted by OAR 735-150-0040(4):
(1) A dealer, including any principal if a corporation, partner if a partnership, or member if an LLC, must not:
(a) Be currently suspended as a vehicle dealer in Oregon;
(b) Have been convicted of any felony, including a conviction based on a plea of nolo contendere, in any jurisdiction within the prior 10 years;
(c) Have been convicted of any misdemeanor, including a conviction based on a plea of nolo contendere, in connection with selling or otherwise dealing in motor vehicles, or for fraud, identity theft, misrepresentation, forgery or conversion, in any jurisdiction within the prior 10 years;
(d) Have been found to have committed a violation of Oregon Vehicle Code, state or federal law, rule, or regulation related to fraud, misrepresentation, forgery or conversion within the prior 10 years; or
(e) Have been found liable in a civil action in which a judgment is issued for committing any act of fraud, conversion or misrepresentation within the prior 10 years.
(2) A dealer must remain in continued compliance with the provisions of ORS 822.025(3) and (5).
(3) A dealer, including any principal if a corporation, partner if a partnership, or member if an LLC, must not issue DMV a dishonored check or other form of non-negotiable payment.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010, 802.031, 822.035, 822.042

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.020, 822.025, 822.035, 822.040, 822.042, 822.045

Hist.: DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04
735-150-0040
Designation of Dealers as Agents
(1) Persons issued a dealer certificate
under ORS 822.020 and who meet the qualifications set forth in OAR 735-150-0039,
are designated as DMV’s agent pursuant to ORS 802.031 and may perform the
duties of an agent as identified in section (4) of this rule.
(2) Snowmobile dealers and
Class I, Class III and Class IV all-terrain vehicle dealers are designated as agents
of DMV pursuant to ORS 802.031.
(3) DMV may impose sanctions
against a dealer’s agent status as provided in OAR 735-150-0120.
(4) An agent of DMV may:
(a) Prepare, submit, or prepare
and submit documents and collect fees necessary to title and register vehicles they
sell, as provided in OAR 735-150-0050;
(b) Participate in DMV’s
Electronic Vehicle Registration (EVR) program if approved under OAR 735-150-0041;
(c) Perform vehicle identification
number inspections on vehicles they sell, as provided in OAR 735-022-0070, when
the vehicle has been registered or titled in another jurisdiction subject to the
limitations of OAR 735-022-0070;
(d) Issue temporary registration
permits for unregistered vehicles they sell, as provided in ORS 803.625 and OAR
735-150-0060;
(e) Issue trip permits for
unregistered vehicles they sell, as provided for in OAR 735-150-0070 and 735-150-0080;
(f) Issue 10-day trip permits
for registered vehicles they sell, as provided in ORS 803.600, OAR 735-150-0070,
735-150-0080 and 735-034-0010. When issuing a 10-day trip permit as described in
this subsection, a vehicle dealer:
(A) Must ensure any Oregon
registration stickers have been removed from the registration plates in accordance
with ORS 803.600;
(B) May not issue more than
two permits for the same motor vehicle; and
(C) Must require the person
applying for the permit to provide the insurance company name and policy number
on the permit, and sign the certificate on the permit stating that the motor vehicle
is covered by an insurance policy that meets the requirements of ORS 806.080 and
will continue to be covered as long as the permit is valid; and
(g) Except as provided under
section (9) of this rule, prepare, submit, or prepare and submit documents and collect
fees for transfers of registration plates, for vehicles they sell, in accordance
with OAR 735-150-0050.
(5) A dealer who, on behalf
of a purchaser, prepared, submitted, or prepared and submitted documents and collected
fees necessary to title and register a vehicle and who then receives from DMV the
registration plates, stickers or temporary registration for the vehicle, must ensure
delivery of the items obtained to the purchaser. Within five working days of receipt
from DMV, the dealer must:
(a) Deliver the items to
the purchaser;
(b) Mail the items to the
purchaser; or
(c) Advise the purchaser
the items are at the dealership and, if the purchaser agrees, arrange to have the
items picked up at the dealership.
(6) The dealer must document
in the dealer’s records the actions taken by the dealer to notify the purchaser
or to deliver the registration plates, stickers and temporary registration.
(7) No dealer may, as a result
of a dispute between the purchaser and dealer or for any other reason, withhold
registration plates or stickers or temporary registration from the purchaser.
(8) Designated agents must
only charge title, registration or plate transfer fees in the amount authorized
by Oregon Revised Statutes and Oregon Administrative Rule when collecting such fees
on behalf of DMV.
(9) A dealer may not prepare,
submit, or prepare and submit an application and collect fees for the transfer of
plates under subsection (4)(g) of this rule if the dealer determines the plates
the purchaser wants to transfer are not from a current issue of plates, are not
customized plates described under ORS 805.240 or are so old, damaged, mutilated
or otherwise rendered illegible as to be not useful for purposes of identification.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010,
802.031, 803.530, 803.600, 803.625, 821.060 & 821.080

Stats. Implemented: ORS 802.031,
803.565, 803.600, 803.602, 803.645, 821.060, 821.080, 822.005 & 822.080

Hist.: MV 2-1983, f. 3-10-83,
ef. 5-1-83; MV 4-1983, f. 10-5-83, ef. 10-15-83; MV 1-1984, f. & ef. 1-10-84;
MV 2-1985, f. & ef. 1-30-85; MV 20-1986, f. & ef. 12-1-86; Administrative
Renumbering 3-1988, Renumbered from 735-071-0007; MV 39-1989, f. & cert. ef.
10-3-89; MV 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 7-19-91; MV 19-1992, f. 12-23-92, cert. ef.
1-1-93; DMV 5-1998(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 4-30-98 thru 10-26-98; DMV 13-1998,
f. & cert. ef. 10-15-98; DMV 7-2000, f. & cert. ef. 8-10-00; DMV 28-2003(Temp),
f. 12-15-03 cert. ef. 1-1-04 thru 6-28-04; DMV 9-2004, f. & cert. ef. 5-24-04;
DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04; DMV 11-2005, f. 4-25-05, cert. ef. 5-1-05;
DMV 24-2005, f. 11-18-05, cert. ef. 1-1-06; DMV 10-2011, f. 10-26-11, cert. ef.
1-1-12; DMV 1-2015, f. & cert. ef. 4-20-15
735-150-0041
Dealer Applications to Participate
in the Electronic Vehicle Registration Program
(1) Dealers who wish to participate
in the Electronic Vehicle Registration (EVR) Program must submit an application
to a DMV-approved EVR Integrator. DMV Business Regulation will review all EVR applications,
and except as described under section (3) of this rule, will approve all completed
and signed applications.
(2) DMV may, at its discretion,
conduct an inspection of the dealer’s business location(s) before approving
an application. The scope of the inspection will include a review of the location(s)
to determine whether there is adequate security for the storage of registration
materials and the handling of confidential records.
(3) DMV may deny an application
to participate in the EVR program for any of the following reasons:
(a) The dealer’s certificate
has been in effect for less than 180 days of the date of application.
(b) Within one year of the
date of application, DMV issued a correction notice to the dealer for any violation
of the Oregon Vehicle Code or any rule adopted by DMV relating to vehicle dealers.
(c) The dealer’s certificate
has been cancelled, suspended or subject to probation by DMV within 5 years of the
date of application.
(d) The dealer has failed
to pay any civil penalty imposed by DMV or the Oregon Department of Justice.
(e) The dealer is not currently
qualified to act as DMV’s agent pursuant to OAR 735-150-0039.
(f) The dealer’s location
failed to pass a business location inspection as described under section (2) of
this rule. A dealer whose application is denied under this subsection may reapply
after the dealer implements appropriate security measures or safeguards to the satisfaction
of DMV.
(4) DMV will notify the appropriate
EVR integrator of the outcome of the application review as set forth under this
rule. The integrator will convey the outcome to the dealer-applicant. If the application
was denied, the notification will give the basis and reason for the denial and the
earliest date the dealer-applicant can reapply for the EVR program.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010
& 802.031

Stats. Implemented: ORS 802.031

Hist.: DMV 1-2015, f. &
cert. ef. 4-20-15
735-150-0042
Vehicle Consignments
For purposes of ORS 822.015 and 822.060, only a certified dealer who holds a vehicle dealer certificate issued or renewed under ORS 822.020 or 822.040 may take and sell vehicles on consignment from other jurisdictions.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010, 822.015, 822.060 & 2009 OL Ch. 551

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.015, 822.060 & 2009 OL Ch. 551

Hist.: DMV 31-2009, f. 12-22-09, cert. ef. 1-1-10
735-150-0045
Special Rules Concerning Recreational Vehicle Dealers
(1) The purpose of this rule is to:
(a) Establish a process for
issuing recreational vehicle (RV) show licenses and establish a fee for RV show
licenses; and
(b) Clarify ORS 822.025(9)
concerning maintenance of a service facility by RV dealers.
(2) Nothing in this rule
is intended to limit or conflict with any other rule or law governing RV dealers.
(3) Definitions. As used
in this rule and ORS 822.082 through 822.084:
(a) “Primary purpose”
means that at least 51% of the RV service facility’s income-producing activity
is derived from the service and repair of recreational vehicles, as shown by gross
service receipts;
(b) “Prominently display”
means clearly and conspicuously posted in plain view in the area most frequently
visited by the public and legible at a distance of six feet or more. For example,
the main entrance of an RV show or the main lobby of an RV dealer;
(c) “Recreational vehicle
service facility” means a permanent facility listed on the vehicle dealer’s
certificate and having the primary purpose of servicing and repairing RVs;
(d) “RV” means
a recreational vehicle, as defined in ORS 446.003(37); and
(e) “Show license”
means a license issued by DMV pursuant to ORS 822.084.
(4) Application for show
license. The show organizer must submit an application for a show license to DMV,
Business Regulation Section, no sooner than 60 days before the first day of the
proposed show, and not later than 30 days before the first day of the proposed show.
The show license application must be on a form provided by DMV and must include
the following:
(a) The name, address and
telephone number of the show organizer;
(b) The total number of days
of the show, the date(s), location and times of the show;
(c) The date of the application
for the show license;
(d) For each dealer displaying
at the show the following information as listed in the dealer’s main location
application:
(A) The name under which
the business is conducted;
(B) The street address, city
and county of the dealer;
(C) The dealer number; and
(D) The expiration date of
the dealer certification.
(e) That the show will include
two or more recreational vehicle dealers, one of whose place of business as listed
in the dealer’s main location application is located more than 50 miles from
the site of the show and the number of dealers participating in the RV show;
(f) Whether or not the public
will be charged an admission fee;
(g) A show license application
may be amended to add or delete show participants, or to correct information if
submitted to DMV Business Regulation Section no later than 30 days before the date
of a prospective show. In the event a participant printed on a show license is unable
to attend or withdraws from the show after the 30th day, the organizer must mark
a line on the approved show license using black ink through the name of that participant.
(5) Issuance and Display
of License. DMV will issue a show license to the organizer, authorizing the listed
dealers to participate in the RV show if the application is complete, the fee established
under ORS 822.700 is paid and all other requirements are met. The show license must
be conspicuously posted at the main entrance to the RV show for each day of the
show and must be available for inspection by DMV.
(6) Service Facility. Vehicle
dealers that sell new RVs must maintain, within Oregon, a recreational vehicle service
facility that has the primary purpose of servicing and repairing recreational vehicles.
The location of the recreational vehicle service facility must be prominently displayed
at the RV dealer’s sales site. In order to meet the requirement that the vehicle
dealer “maintain” a recreational vehicle service facility, the dealer
must own or lease the service facility and directly conduct the servicing and repair
operation, without subcontracting.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010,
822.035, 822.040, 822.084 & 2013 OL Ch. 372
Stats. Implemented: ORS 184.616,
184.619, 802.010, 822.035, 822.040, 822.084 & 2013 OL Ch. 372
Hist.: DMV 26-2001 f. 12-14-01,
cert. ef. 1-1-02; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04; DMV 24-2013, f. 12-20-13,
cert. ef. 1-1-14
735-150-0047
Rules Concerning Dealer-Only Auctions
(1) For purposes of ORS 822.015(h)(B), as amended by section 3, chapter 551, Oregon Laws 2009, and this rule, the follow definitions apply:
(a) “Authorized Representative” means an individual who is authorized by a certified dealer or licensed dealer to buy and sell vehicles on behalf of that dealer while participating in a vehicle auction as described in this rule.
(b) “Certified dealer” has the same meaning as defined in OAR 735-150-0010(10).
(c) “Licensed dealer” for the purposes of this rule and as defined under OAR 735-150-0010(22) means a person who is currently licensed as vehicle dealer in another jurisdiction.
(d) “Vehicle auction” means a vehicle auction conducted by a certified dealer as authorized under ORS 822.015, in which only certified dealers, licensed dealers or their authorized representatives are permitted to participate.
(2) An authorized representative who wishes to participate in a vehicle auction must present proof to the certified dealer conducting the auction before the representative may participate in the auction. Proof that an individual is an “authorized representative” as defined under section (1) of this rule, includes but is not limited to any of the following:
(a) Written authorization issued from a certified dealer or licensed dealer that names the individual as an authorized representative and a copy of the authorizing dealer’s certificate or license, whichever is applicable. The copy must include the following:
(A) The dealer’s certificate or the dealer’s license, whichever is applicable;
(B) The business name under which the dealer is registered to do business and the street address and telephone number of the business;
(C) The business type of the dealer or dealership, for example, a sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company, corporation, etc.); and
(D) The name, address and phone number of an individual authorized by the dealer as the contact person for the dealer on any matter related to a dealer’s certificate or license.
(b) A current valid picture identification card issued by a certified dealer, licensed dealer, or a dealer registration identification business that maintains a database of vehicle dealers or authorized representative.
(c) Any other form of authorization, documentation or identification, sufficient to a vehicle auction or DMV that the individual is an authorized representative. Information provided under this subsection is subject to verification by the auction or DMV by telephone, fax, or other electronic means.
(3) In addition to the proof described under section (2) of this rule, upon request of a vehicle auction or DMV, an authorized representative must provide proof of personal identification. Proof of personal identification under this section includes, but is not limited to the following photo identification:
(a) A current valid driver license or identification card issued by Oregon or another jurisdiction;
(b) A current valid vehicle salesperson license or authorized representative license, if required in the jurisdiction;
(c) A current valid passport; or
(d) Any other form of photo identification, sufficient to establish the identity of the individual to the satisfaction of a vehicle auction or DMV.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010, 822.015, 822.035 & 2009 OL Ch. 551

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.015 & 2009 OL Ch. 551

Hist.: DMV 31-2009, f. 12-22-09, cert. ef. 1-1-10
735-150-0050
Preparation and Submission of DMV Documents and Fees
(1) A dealer who elects to submit DMV documents and fees necessary to title or register a vehicle, must submit them to DMV within 30 calendar days of the transfer of interest in the vehicle. This includes all fees and documents required to obtain title and, if applicable, registration on behalf of the purchaser.
(2) If a dealer does not elect to submit the DMV documents and fees necessary to title or register a vehicle, but instead allows the purchaser to submit the documents and fees, the dealer must within 25 calendar days of the date of transfer furnish to the new owner the title or other acceptable ownership documents. This includes all the documents needed to apply for title to the vehicle.
(3) Snowmobile dealers who sell snowmobiles that are subject to title and registration requirements must collect fees and submit to DMV title and registration applications on behalf of the purchaser. Class I ATV dealers who sell ATVs that are subject to title and registration requirements must collect fees and submit title and registration applications to DMV on behalf of the purchaser. If a snowmobile or Class I ATV being sold by a dealer is exempt from Oregon title and registration, section (2) of this rule applies.
(4) A dealer who does not comply with sections (1) or (2) of this rule must provide written notice of delay to all owners and parties of interest within 25 business days of the date of transfer of title or interest. The notice of delay must contain:
(a) The reason for the delay;
(b) The anticipated extent of the delay; and
(c) A statement of the rights and remedies available to the purchaser if the delay becomes unreasonably extended. DMV will consider "unreasonably extended" to mean 45 calendar days from the date of sale. The statement must inform the purchaser of his or her right to file complaint against the dealer with DMV if the delay goes beyond 45 days from date of purchase.
(5) A dealer must maintain records that show compliance with the requirements of this rule. If a dealer does not comply with the requirements of sections (1) or (2) of this rule, the dealer's records must contain sufficient documentation to establish that the dealer made a good faith effort to comply and that the dealer's inability to comply is due to circumstances beyond the dealer's control.
(6) A dealer must refund any collected fee that exceeds the appropriate fee within five (5) calendar days of discovery.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 802.031, 821.060, 802.010, 821.080, 822.035 & 822.042

Stats. Implemented: ORS 821.060, 821.080, 822.035 & 822.042

Hist.: MV 2-1983, f. 3-10-83, ef. 5-1-83; MV 4-1983, f. 10-5-83, ef. 10-15-83; MV 1-1984, f. & ef. 1-10-84; MV 20-1986, f. & ef. 12-1-86; Administrative Renumbering 3-1988, Renumbered from 735-071-0008; MV 39-1989, f. & cert. ef. 10-3-89; MV 19-1992, f. 12-23-92, cert. ef. 1-1-93; DMV 1-1997, f. & cert. ef. 1-17-97; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04; DMV 24-2005, f. 11-18-05, cert. ef. 1-1-06
735-150-0055
Dealer Title and Registration Document Preparation Service Fee; Inspection
(1) In accordance with ORS 822.043 and this rule, a vehicle dealer who elects to prepare DMV documents necessary to issue or transfer vehicle title and registration on behalf of a buyer or lessee, may charge the buyer or lessee a service fee not to exceed:
(a) $100, if the vehicle dealer uses an integrator; or
(b) $75, if the vehicle dealer does not use an integrator.
(2) DMV may inspect dealer records for compliance with the fee limitations described in section (1) of this rule. DMV may refer information related to non-compliance with the requirements of ORS 822.043 and this rule to the Department of Justice, or any other enforcement agency.
(3) Dealers must implement procedures to ensure that the fees described by this rule do not exceed the amounts set forth in section (1) of this rule. Fee amounts that exceed the authorized amount must be promptly refunded to the buyer or lessee.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 814.619, 802.010, 822.009, 822.035 & 822.045

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.009, 822.030, 822.035 & 822.045

Hist.: DMV 22-2001(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 10-17-01 thru 4-14-02; DMV 26-2001 f. 12-14-01, cert. ef. 1-1-02; DMV 24-2005, f. 11-18-05, cert. ef. 1-1-06; DMV 25-2010, f. 12-22-10, cert. ef. 1-1-11
735-150-0060
Issuance of Temporary Registration Permits
(1) A designated dealer who collects and submits title and registration fees to DMV on behalf of a purchaser may issue temporary registration permits as provided for in ORS 803.625 for vehicles or campers that the dealer sells, pending receipt of permanent registration plates from DMV. A temporary registration permit may not be issued unless both title fees and registration fees have been collected and a combined title and registration application is to be submitted to DMV by the dealer on behalf of the owner.
(2) A temporary registration permit may not be issued by a designated dealer until a Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Certificate of Compliance, if needed, has been obtained. A trip permit may be issued as provided in OAR 735-150-0070(1)(b) and (6)(b) if the vehicle must be taken to a DEQ inspection station.
(3) Temporary registration permits must be obtained in bulk from the Salem DMV Headquarters, 1905 Lana Avenue NE, Salem, OR 97314. There is no charge for temporary registration permits. A designated dealer may not charge a fee for the issuance of a temporary registration permit.
(4) Temporary registration permits are valid for a period not to exceed 90 consecutive days from the date they are issued or until plates and, if applicable, stickers are received from DMV and placed on the vehicle, whichever occurs first. A dealer may not extend the expiration date of a temporary registration permit or issue a subsequent permit to extend the registration period of the initial permit.
(5) A designated dealer must comply with the following requirements when issuing temporary registration permits:
(a) Legibly complete each temporary registration permit with the following information:
(A) The name and address of the person(s) or business registering as the owner(s) of the vehicle. The name and address must only be recorded on the issuer's copy and DMV's copy of the permit and must not be recorded on the purchaser's (windshield) copy of the permit;
(B) The driver license number and the state of issuance for the person(s) registering as the owner(s) of the vehicle, unless the person does not have a driver license or the permit is issued to a business. The driver license number must only be recorded on the issuer's copy and DMV's copy of the permit and must not be recorded on the purchaser's (windshield) copy of the permit;
(C) The vehicle description, including year, make, body style and identification number;
(D) A written signature of the employee who issued the permit. Initials are not acceptable;
(E) The effective date and expiration date of the permit. The permit must only be issued for a period not to exceed 90 consecutive days, including the effective date of the permit;
(F) Dealer certificate number; and
(G) The title fee and registration fee collected on behalf of DMV.
(b) DMV's copy of the temporary registration permit attached to, and submitted with, the application for title and registration.
(c) At the time of issuance, notify an owner who pays a plate transfer fee under section (1) of this rule to not attach the registration plates from their old vehicle to the vehicle or camper sold by the dealer before receiving an updated registration card from DMV.
(6) To be valid, the owner's (window) copy of a temporary registration permit must be affixed to the vehicle for which the permit is issued as specified by DMV on the permit.
(7) The DMV (issuer's) copy of the temporary registration permit must remain attached in the permit book. Once all permits have been issued from a book, the book and issuer's copies must be returned to DMV.
(8) Alteration of a temporary registration permit will automatically void the permit.
(9) When a temporary registration permit is voided for any reason, the owner's (window) copy and DMV's (issuer's) copy of the permit, together with a written explanation about why the permit was voided, must be left in the book and must be returned to DMV as described in section (7) of this rule. If either copy of the permit is unavailable for submission to DMV, a written explanation as to why the copy is unavailable must be included with the book.
(10) Except as permitted in section (11) of this rule, temporary registration permits (or books of permits) may not be loaned to another dealer or person or issued for vehicles sold by another dealer or individual.
(11) A dealer who delivers a vehicle to a purchaser and submits applications and fees for title and registration in the purchaser's name on behalf of another dealer who sold the vehicle to the purchaser, may issue a temporary registration permit for the vehicle as provided by this rule. The application and supporting documents must accurately reflect the name and address of the dealer who sold the vehicle. The temporary registration permit must show the name and dealer number of the issuing dealer and the words "Delivery Only" must be clearly written on the DMV and issuer's copies of the permit.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010, 802.031, 803.625, 803.640, 822.035

Stats. Implemented: ORS 803.625

Hist.: MV 2-1983, f. 3-10-83, ef. 5-1-83; MV 4-1983, f. 10-5-83, ef. 10-15-83; MV 1-1984, f. & ef. 1-10-84; MV 20-1986, f. & ef. 12-1-86; Administrative Renumbering 3-1988, Renumbered from 735-071-0011; MV 6-1989, f. & cert. ef. 1-27-89; DMV 9-1995, f. & cert. ef. 8-18-95; DMV 10-1998, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-98; DMV 3-2000(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 4-24-00 thru 10-20-00; DMV 7-2000, f. & cert. ef. 8-10-00; DMV 23-2002, f. & cert. ef. 11-18-02; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04
735-150-0070
When Trip Permits May Be Issued by Dealers
(1) Pursuant to ORS 803.600, OAR 735-034-0010 through 735-034-0040 and this rule, a designated dealer may issue light vehicle and recreational vehicle trip permits for the vehicles they sell providing:
(a) The vehicle purchaser or lessee is not subject to Oregon registration requirements and must operate the vehicle over Oregon highways to leave the state.
(b) The vehicle is to be driven directly to a Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) inspection station in order to receive a certificate of compliance with pollution control equipment before applying for registration;
(c) The vehicle is to be driven directly to a DMV office or a law enforcement agency for a vehicle identification number inspection (VIN); or
(d) The dealer is not submitting the application for transfer of title and registration on behalf of the purchaser or lessee and the purchaser or lessee must operate the vehicle until they can get to a DMV office.
(e) This subsection does not apply to 10-day trip permits.
(2) In addition to the trip permits described in section (1) of this rule, a vehicle dealer may issue 10-day trip permits for vehicles they sell providing:
(a) Before issuance, the dealer ensures the Oregon registration stickers have been removed in accordance with ORS 803.565;
(b) The dealer complies with all applicable provisions of ORS 803.600 and OAR 735-034-0010 through 735-034-0040;
(c) The dealer is not submitting the application for transfer of title and registration on behalf of the purchaser or lessee and the purchaser or lessee must operate the vehicle until they can get to a DMV office;
(d) The 10-day permits are issued specifically for the purpose of registering the vehicle. For purposes of ORS 803.600 and this section, "registering the vehicle" means authorization to operate a vehicle to obtain:
(A) Title, registration or new registration stickers from DMV; or
(B) A (VIN) inspection or DEQ inspection before DMV may issue title, registration or new registration stickers as described under this subsection.
(3) Trip permits must be purchased in bulk in advance from DMV's Salem headquarters office.
(4) A designated dealer may charge and retain a fee for a trip permit issued by the dealer but may not charge more than the fee provided in ORS 803.645 for the permit.
(5) Each trip permit is valid for a period of consecutive days; 21 days for a light vehicle trip permit and 10 days for a recreational vehicle trip permit and a 10-day trip permit. Each permit is effective from the date it is issued to midnight on the date of expiration.
(6) The issuance of trip permits under this rule is limited as follows:
(a) No more than one light vehicle or recreational vehicle trip permit may be issued under subsection (1)(a), (c) or (d) of this rule in any 12-month period for any one vehicle unless all registered owners are replaced with new owners;
(b) No more than two light vehicle trip permits may be issued under subsection (1)(b) of this rule in any 12-month period for any one vehicle unless all registered owners are replaced with new owners; and
(c) No more than two 10-day trip permits may be issued under section (2) of this rule for the same motor vehicle.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 803.600, 822.035

Stats. Implemented: ORS 803.565, 803.600, 803.602 & 803.645

Hist.: MV 2-1983, f. 3-10-83, ef. 5-1-83; MV 4-1983, f. 10-5-83, ef. 10-15-83; MV 1-1984, f. & ef. 1-10-84; MV 20-1986, f. & ef. 12-1-86; Administrative Renumbering 3-1988, Renumbered from 735-071-0012; MV 4-1989, f. & cert. ef. 1-3-89; MV 13-1991, f. 9-18-91, cert. ef. 9-29-91; DMV 2-1996, f. & cert. ef. 4-18-96; DMV 10-1998, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-98; DMV 28-2001(Temp), f. 12-14-01 cert. ef. 1-1-02 thru 6-29-02; DMV 8-2002, f. & cert. ef. 4-12-02; DMV 28-2003(Temp), f. 12-15-03 cert. ef. 1-1-04 thru 6-28-04; DMV 9-2004, f. & cert. ef. 5-24-04
735-150-0080
Requirements for Issuing Trip Permits
Designated dealers must comply with the following requirements when issuing trip permits:
(1) Each copy of the trip permit must be completed with the following information:
(a) Name, address, driver license number and state of issue of the person issued the permit. A recreational vehicle trip permit must only be issued to the owner of the vehicle listed on the permit. This information may not be displayed on the (window) copy of the permit;
(b) If the applicant does not have a driver license or if the permit is issued to a business, nothing will be displayed on the purchaser's (window) copy of the permit to identify to whom the permit was issued. The name and address information is recorded on all other copies of the permit;
(c) A complete vehicle description, including year, make, body style and identification number;
(d) A written signature, including the full first and last name of the employee who issued the permit;
(e) Dealer certificate number;
(f) The effective date and expiration date of the permit; and
(g) The applicant's signature certifying:
(A) The insurance company name and policy number for the motor vehicle;
(B) The motor vehicle is covered by an insurance policy that meets the requirements of ORS 806.080 and will continue to be covered as long as the permit is valid;
(C) For a recreational vehicle trip permit, that the applicant has not been issued recreational vehicle trip permits that when included with the permit being applied for, would grant more than 10 days vehicle operation for the preceding 12 months.
(2) Except as specified in section (3) of this rule, DMV's copy of the trip permit must be mailed or delivered to DMV within seven (7) days of the date the permit was issued.
(3) Alteration of the effective date, ownership information or vehicle description will automatically void a trip permit. When a trip permit is voided for any reason, the purchaser's (window) copy and DMV's copy of the permit and a written explanation about why the permit was voided must be mailed or delivered to DMV on the date the permit is voided. A refund of the prepaid permit fee will be made if DMV is satisfied that the permit was properly voided and not used for operation of the vehicle. If either copy of the permit is unavailable for submitting to DMV, the explanation must state why the copy is unavailable.
(4) The remaining (issuer's) copy of the trip permit must be retained by the dealer.
(5) Trip permits (or books of permits) may not be loaned to another dealer or individual or issued for vehicles sold by another dealer or individual.
(6) Unused trip permits may be returned to DMV for a refund of fees paid.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010 & 803.600

Stats. Implemented: ORS 803.600 - 803.650

Hist.: MV 20-1986, f. & ef. 12-1-86; Administrative Renumbering 3-1988, Renumbered from 735-071-0215; MV 2-1989, f. & cert. ef. 1-3-89; MV 13-1991, f. 9-18-91, cert. ef. 9-29-91; DMV 10-1998, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-98; DMV 28-2001(Temp), f. 12-14-01 cert. ef. 1-1-02 thru 6-29-02; DMV 8-2002, f. & cert. ef. 4-12-02; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04; DMV 7-2005, f. & cert. ef. 2-16-05
735-150-0105
Late Renewal of Dealer Certificate
(1) An application to renew a dealer
certificate will not be considered late if the dealer submits an application for
renewal within 15 days of the date that the previous certificate expired, and the
application is submitted with all applicable fees and a surety bond in effect during
that 15-day period.
(2) An application to renew
a dealer certificate is late, and subject to the late payment charge under ORS 822.700(6),
if the dealer submits:
(a) An application not later
than 45 days after the previous certificate expired and the application is submitted
with all applicable fees; and
(b) A surety bond in effect
during that 45-day period.
(3) A dealer who continues
business operations 45 days after their certificate has expired is in violation
of ORS 822.005 and is subject to civil penalties under OAR 735-150-0170.
(4) Except for the late payment
fee under ORS 822.700, DMV may waive or reduce a penalty described under this rule
if the dealer provides DMV with written documentation that shows mitigating circumstances
prevented the dealer from renewing their certificate on time. Mitigating circumstances
DMV may consider include:
(a) The dealer took action
to renew the certificate on a date reasonably calculated to complete the process
in a timely manner; and
(b) The delay in renewal
was due to circumstances beyond the dealer’s ability to control.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 183.430, 802.010, 802.370,
803.600, 803.625, 821.060, 821.080, 822.005 - 822.080 & 2013 OL Ch. 372
Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.040
& 2013 OL Ch. 372
Hist.: MV 19-1992, f. 12-23-92,
cert. ef. 1-1-93; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04; DMV 24-2013, f. 12-20-13,
cert. ef. 1-1-14
735-150-0110
Dealer Offenses Subject to Civil Penalty or Sanction
In addition to any other penalties provided by law, a dealer will be subject to the civil penalties or sanctions in OAR 735-150-0120 to 0140 if the dealer:
(1) Allows or assists a person who is not an employee or an authorized representative of the dealer to imply or represent an affiliation with the vehicle dealership in order to engage in any activity pursuant to ORS 822.005.
(2) Fails to submit all taxes or fees due this state or another jurisdiction in connection with the sale or transfer of a vehicle.
(3) Signs a name or allows any other person to sign a name of the owner, security interest holder, or lessor on a certificate of title, salvage title or any motor vehicle document used by DMV in the transfer of title without first obtaining a properly signed Power of Attorney. This section does not apply to a dealer who as an owner, security interest holder or lessor signs their own name on a certificate of title, salvage title or any motor vehicle document used by DMV in the transfer of title.
(4) Purchases, sells, disposes of or has in the dealer’s possession, any vehicle that the dealer knows or with reasonable diligence should have known has been stolen or appropriated without the consent of the owner.
(5) Fails to comply with state or federal laws, rules or regulations pertaining to the construction or safety of motor homes, trailers or campers.
(6) Buys, sells, receives, disposes of, conceals or has in the dealer’s possession any vehicle or component from which an identification number has been removed, defaced, covered, altered or destroyed for the purpose of concealing or misrepresenting the identity of the vehicle.
(7) Violates any provision of state or federal law, rule or regulation concerning odometer tampering, repair, readings or notices.
(8) Prints or produces or causes to be printed or produced any certificate of title or certificate of registration without authority, or holds or uses any such certificate or assignment knowing that it has been printed or purchased without authority.
(9) Commits any offense specified in ORS 822.045.
(10) Acts as a vehicle dealer anytime between the day DMV receives notice of cancellation of bond or insurance and the day the vehicle dealer presents proof to DMV of another bond or certificate of insurance.
(11) Issues a temporary registration permit to a person not domiciled in Oregon or who is otherwise not subject to or eligible for Oregon registration.
(12) Fails to notify DMV on a form or in a format approved by DMV within seven (7) calendar days of receipt of a vehicle in inventory, that a vehicle has been transferred to the dealer.
(13) Fails to immediately remove registration plates from vehicles registered in other jurisdictions that are in the dealer’s inventory. The dealer may retain the plates until the vehicle is sold.
(14) Fails to destroy registration plates removed from vehicles registered in other jurisdictions at the time of sale if the vehicle is to be titled in Oregon or in a jurisdiction other than that in which the vehicle was previously registered. If the vehicle will be re-registered in the former jurisdiction, the plates may be placed back on the vehicle following the sale.
(15) Completes or allows an employee to complete a DMV Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Inspection form without physically inspecting the vehicle for its vehicle identification number.
(16) Sells a vehicle of a type not authorized by the dealer’s certificate.
(17) Fails to comply with any provision of ORS 822.060 through 822.065 concerning consignment sales.
(18) Fails to comply with any provision of ORS 822.040(4) or OAR 735-150-0033 concerning the display of a vehicle at a location other than the dealer’s place of business for the purpose of advertising.
(19) Provides brokerage services and fails:
(a) To provide the written disclosure described in ORS 822.047(2);
(b) To provide the written statement described in ORS 822.047(3); or
(c) To comply with the requirements for broker fees described in ORS 822.047(4).
(20) Makes a false statement of material fact in:
(a) An application for a dealer certificate or attachments thereof;
(b) Any investigation by DMV or law enforcement; or
(c) Any DMV document.
(21) Commits a felony by violating ORS 822.605.
(22) Fails to maintain records described in OAR 735-150-0050(5) or fails to make those records available to DMV, law enforcement personnel or investigators of the Oregon Department of Justice upon their request.
(23) Fails to comply with the requirements of the Oregon Vehicle Code with reference to notices or reports of the transfer of vehicles or campers.
(24) Allows or permits the unlawful use of any certificate or registration plate.
(25) Falsely certifies under ORS 822.033 that the dealer is exempt from filing a certificate of insurance as required by ORS 822.020 or 822.040.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010, 802.370, 803.600, 803.625, 821.060, 821.080, 822.035 & 2009 OL Ch. 551

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.005 - 822.080 & 2009 OLCh. 551

Hist.: MV 3-1980, f. 2-15-80, ef. 4-1-80; Suspended by MV 5-1980(Temp), f. & ef. 4-2-80; MV 4-1981, f. 4-1-81, ef. 4-10-81; MV 7-1982, f. & ef. 3-3-82; MV 7-1987, f. & ef. 7-13-87; MV 1-1988, f. & cert. ef. 1-5-88; Administrative Renumbering 3-1988, Renumbered from 735-071-0003; MV 39-1989, f. & cert. ef. 10-3-89; MV 19-1992, f. 12-23-92, cert. ef. 1-1-93; DMV 10-1998, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-98; DMV 18-2002, f. & cert. ef. 9-20-02; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04; DMV 11-2005, f. 4-25-05, cert. ef. 5-1-05; DMV 24-2005, f. 11-18-05, cert. ef. 1-1-06; DMV 31-2009, f. 12-22-09, cert. ef. 1-1-10
735-150-0120
Sanctions
(1) DMV may impose sanctions when it
determines that a dealer has violated any provision of the Oregon Vehicle Code or
rules adopted by DMV relating to:
(a) The operation of a vehicle
dealership;
(b) Providing brokerage services;
or
(c) Vehicle title and registration.
(2) Sanctions imposed may
be against any or all of the following:
(a) A vehicle dealer’s
certificate;
(b) A dealer’s status
as DMV’s agent; or
(c) An owner, partner, corporate
officer or other principal of the dealership.
(3) Factors DMV may consider
in determining the sanctions to impose include:
(a) The severity of a violation
or its impact on the public;
(b) The number of similar
or related violations;
(c) Whether a violation was
willful or intentional;
(d) The history of all sanctions,
civil penalties and oral or written warnings issued or imposed by DMV against the
dealer or principals of the dealership.
(4) If DMV determines that
a sanction is warranted, the type of sanction imposed may include one or more of
the following:
(a) Probation under conditions
set by DMV pertaining to the dealer’s authority to act as an agent of DMV
for up to one (1) year;
(b) Suspension of the dealer’s
authority to act as an agent of DMV for up to one (1) year;
(c) Permanent revocation
of the dealer’s authority to act as an agent of DMV;
(d) Probation under conditions
set by DMV, for up to three (3) years;
(e) Probation of the dealer’s
authority to use Electronic Vehicle Registration (EVR) under conditions set by DMV,
for up to one year.
(f) Suspension of the dealer’s
authority to use Electronic Vehicle Registration (EVR) and right to apply as an
EVR dealer for up to three years.
(g) Permanent revocation
of the dealer’s authority to use Electronic Vehicle Registration (EVR).
(h) Suspension of the dealer’s
vehicle dealer certificate and the right to apply for a certificate for up to three
(3) years including the right to renew the certificate until the period of suspension
has been served;
(i) Permanent revocation
of the dealer’s vehicle dealer certificate;
(j) Cancellation of the dealer’s
vehicle dealer certificate;
(k) Suspension of the right
of a principal of a dealership to apply for a vehicle dealer certificate for a different
vehicle-related business or in a different business name for up to three (3) years;
(L) Permanent revocation
of the right of a principal of a dealership to apply for a vehicle dealer certificate
for a different vehicle-related business or in a different business name;
(m) Immediate suspension
as provided in ORS 183.430(2).
(5) A dealer or principal
whose vehicle dealer certificate or privileges have been placed on probation, suspended,
canceled or revoked is entitled to a contested case hearing as provided in the Oregon
Administrative Procedures Act under ORS 183.413 to 183.500.
(6) Except as provided for
in sections (7) and (8) of this rule, a dealer’s request for a hearing must
be submitted in writing to, and received by DMV within 20 days of the date of the
notice of penalty. A hearing request received in a timely manner will result in
a withdrawal of the penalty, pending the outcome of the hearing.
(7) In the instance of an
immediate suspension as provided by, ORS 183.430(2) a dealer’s request for
a hearing must be submitted in writing to, and received by DMV within 90 days of
the date of notice of suspension. A hearing request received in a timely manner
will not result in a withdrawal of the suspension, pending the outcome of the hearing.
(8) In the instance of cancellation
as provided by ORS 822.050(2) or (3) for failure to satisfy the bond or insurance
requirements established by 822.030 and 822.033, a dealer’s request for a
hearing must be submitted in writing to, and received by DMV within 90 days of the
date of the notice of cancellation. A hearing request received in a timely manner
will not result in a withdrawal of cancellation, pending the outcome of the hearing.
(9) When a timely request
for a hearing is not received, the dealer will have defaulted, waived the right
to a hearing and DMV’s file will then constitute the record of the case.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 183.430, 184.616, 184.619,
802.010, 802.030, 802.370, 803.600, 803.625, 821.060, 821.080 & 822.005 - 822.080

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.050

Hist.: MV 2-1983, f. 3-10-83,
ef. 5-1-83; MV 4-1983, f. 10-5-83, ef. 10-15-83; MV 1-1984, f. & ef. 1-10-84;
MV 7-1987, f. & ef. 7-13-87; Administrative Renumbering 3-1988, Renumbered from
735-071-0013; MV 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 7-19-91; MV 22-1991, f. 9-27-91, cert.
ef. 9-29-91; MV 19-1992, f. 12-23-92, cert. ef. 1-1-93; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert.
ef. 8-20-04; DMV 24-2005, f. 11-18-05, cert. ef. 1-1-06; DMV 1-2015, f. & cert.
ef. 4-20-15
735-150-0130
Civil Penalty Consideration; Certified Vehicle Dealers
(1) A dealer, who violates any provision of the Oregon Vehicle Code or any rule adopted by DMV relating to vehicle dealers, the operation of a vehicle dealership, providing brokerage services or vehicle title and registration, may incur, in addition to any other penalty or sanction provided by law, a civil penalty in an amount of not more than $1,000 for each violation.
(2) DMV will assess a penalty amount determined by DMV to be appropriate for the particular violation. In determining an appropriate penalty amount, DMV may use the schedule set forth in OAR 735-150-0140 as a guideline and may consider the following:
(a) The severity of the violation or its impact on the public;
(b) The number of similar or related violations;
(c) Whether a violation was willful or intentional;
(d) The prior history of all civil penalties and sanctions imposed by DMV against the dealer or principals of the dealership;
(e) The number of violations compared to the volume of transactions at the dealership; or
(f) Other circumstances determined by DMV to be applicable to the particular violation.
(3) Upon review of the criteria listed in section (2) of this rule, and prior to the issuance of a final order, DMV may reassess a civil penalty amount and agree to a civil penalty amount other than that assessed in the Notice of Imposition of Civil Penalty. After review of the criteria listed in section (2) of this rule DMV may:
(a) Cancel, refuse to renew, or refuse to issue a certificate to any person who fails to pay a civil penalty assessed by DMV; or
(b) Waive the imposition of a civil penalty, or modify the amount, and request that a dealer attend specialized training, as determined by DMV.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616,184.619, 802.010 & 822.035

Stats. Implemented: ORS 183.430, 822.009, 822.045 & 822.050

Hist.: MV 22-1991, f. 9-27-91, cert. ef. 9-29-91; MV 19-1992, f. 12-23-92, cert. ef. 1-1-93; DMV 8-2000, f. & cert. ef. 8-10-00; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04; DMV 24-2005, f. 11-18-05, cert. ef. 1-1-06
735-150-0140
Schedule of Civil Penalties for Certified Dealers
DMV adopts the following civil penalty
schedule as a guide to the imposition of civil penalties pursuant to ORS 822.009.
While this schedule is the primary source used to determine the amount of the civil
penalty, a civil penalty assessed against a certified dealer may be modified in
accordance with the provisions of OAR 735-150-0130. As used in this rule, an offense
will be considered a second or subsequent offense if a dealer was notified in writing
within the three (3) previous years of the occurrence of the same offense:
(1) Failure to comply with
any provision of OAR 735-150-0030(1) through (3), concerning dealer location regulations:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$250;
(c) For the third violation:
$500;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(2) Failure to comply with
the provisions of OAR 735-150-0030(4) concerning dealer location regulations:
(a) For the first violation:
$500;
(b) For the second and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(3) Failure to comply with
OAR 735-150-0040(5), (6) or (7), concerning delivery of the registration plates,
stickers or temporary registration to the purchaser of a vehicle:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$250;
(c) For the third violation:
$500;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(4) Failure to comply with
any provision of OAR 735-150-0050, concerning submission of DMV documents and fees
on behalf of a purchaser:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$250;
(c) For the third violation:
$500;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(5) Failure to comply with
any provision of OAR 735-150-0060, concerning issuance of temporary registration
permits:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$50;
(c) For the third violation:
$100;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $250.
(6) Failure to comply with
any provision of OAR 735-150-0070, concerning trip permits issued by dealers:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$50;
(c) For the third violation:
$100;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $250.
(7) Failure to comply with
any provision of OAR 735-150-0080, concerning requirements for issuing light vehicle
or recreational vehicle trip permits:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$50;
(c) For the third violation:
$100;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $250.
(8) Failure to comply with
OAR 735-150-0110(1), prohibiting a dealer from allowing a person not employed by
the dealership to engage in dealer activity:
(a) For the first violation:
$250;
(b) For the second violation:
$500;
(c) For the third and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(9) Failure to comply with
OAR 735-150-0110(2), concerning failing to submit all taxes and fees:
(a) For the first violation:
$250;
(b) For the second violation:
$500;
(c) For the third and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(10) Failure to comply with
OAR 735-150-0110(3), concerning a dealer who signs the name or allows any other
person to sign the name of an owner, security interest holder or lessor on title
or transfer documents without a Power of Attorney:
(a) For the first violation:
$500;
(b) For the second and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(11) Failure to comply with
OAR 735-150-0110(4), concerning dealing in stolen vehicles: $1,000 for the first
and subsequent violation(s).
(12) Failure to comply with
OAR 735-150-0110(6), concerning altered vehicle identification numbers: $1,000 for
the first and subsequent violation(s).
(13) Failure to comply with
OAR 735-150-0110(7), concerning odometers, except violations of ORS 815.410, 815.420
and 815.430:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$250;
(c) For the third violation:
$500;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(14) Violation of ORS 815.410,
815.420 and 815.430, concerning odometer tampering and notices: $1,000 for the first
and subsequent violation(s).
(15) Failure to comply with
OAR 735-150-0110(8), concerning fraudulent title or registration documents: $1,000
for the first and subsequent violation(s).
(16) Except as otherwise
provided in OAR 735-150-0140, the following apply for any violation of ORS 822.045,
including the failure to comply with OAR 735-150-0110(10), concerning acting as
a vehicle dealer any time between the day DMV receives notice of cancellation of
bond or insurance and the day the vehicle dealer presents proof to DMV of another
bond or certificate of insurance:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$250;
(c) For the third violation:
$500;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(17) Violation of ORS 822.045(1)(d),
(e), (j) or (k) or OAR 735-150-0039: $1,000 for the first and subsequent violation(s).
(18) Failure to comply with
OAR 735-150-0110(11), concerning issuance of temporary registration permits to persons
not eligible:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$250;
(c) For the third violation:
$500;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(19) Failure to comply with
OAR 735-150-0110(12), concerning failure to notify DMV of a vehicle transferred
to the dealer:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$50;
(c) For the third violation:
$100;
(d) For the fourth violation:
$250;
(e) For the fifth and subsequent
violation(s): $500.
(20) Failure to comply with
OAR 735-150-0110(13), concerning failure to remove foreign registration plates:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$50;
(c) For the third violation:
$100;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $250.
(21) Failure to comply with
OAR 735-150-0110(14), concerning failure to destroy foreign registration plates:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$50;
(c) For the third violation:
$100;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $250.
(22) Failure to comply with
OAR 735-150-0110(15), concerning the physical inspection of vehicle identification
numbers:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$250;
(c) For the third violation:
$500;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(23) Failure to comply with
OAR 735-150-0110(16), concerning the sale of vehicles of a type not authorized by
the dealer certificate:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$250;
(c) For the third violation:
$500;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(24) Failure to comply with
ORS 822.060(1)(a), (b), (c), (e), (h) or (i), concerning consignment sales:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$250;
(c) For the third violation:
$500;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(25) Violations of ORS 822.060(1)(d),
(f) or (g) or 822.065, concerning consignment sales:
(a) For the first violation:
$500;
(b) For the second and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(26) Failure to comply with
OAR 735-150-0110(20) concerning making a false statement of material fact:
(a) For the first violation:
$500;
(b) For the second and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(27) Any violation of the
Oregon Vehicle Code or OAR chapter 735 not otherwise classified in this rule:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$250;
(c) For the third violation:
$500;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(28) Violations of OAR 735-150-0035
concerning dealer records:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$500;
(c) For the third and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(29) Violations of OAR 735-150-0045
and, ORS 822.082 through 822.084 concerning special rules and statutory provisions
for RV dealers:
(a) For a certified dealer
or person acting as a show organizer that conducts a show without a license:
(A) For the first violation:
$250;
(B) For the second violation:
$500;
(C) For the third and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(b) For failing to display
a show license at a show:
(A) For the first violation:
$250;
(B) For the second violation:
$500;
(C) For the third and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(c) For a certified dealer
or person acting as a show organizer that fails to include a dealer in a show license
application:
(A) For the first violation:
$250;
(B) For the second violation:
$500;
(C) For the third and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(d) For selling a new RV
without maintaining a service facility:
(A) For the first violation:
$250;
(B) For the second violation:
$500;
(C) For the third and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(e) For selling a new RV
while maintaining a service facility that is not primarily engaged in the service
and repair of RVs:
(A) For the first violation:
$250;
(B) For the second violation:
$500;
(C) For the third and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(f) For failing to prominently
display the location of the dealer’s service facility at a sales facility
or RV show:
(A) For the first violation:
Warning;
(B) For the second violation:
$500;
(C) For the third and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(g) For subcontracting a
service facility rather than directing the service operation:
(A) For the first violation:
$250;
(B) For the second violation:
$500;
(C) For the third and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(h) For a certified dealer
or person acting as a show organizer that conducts a show beyond the scope of the
show license. For example, for additional days or hours:
(A) For the first violation:
$250;
(B) For the second violation:
$500;
(C) For the third and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(i) For submitting an application
that contains a false statement or omission of material fact:
(A) For the first violation:
$250;
(B) For the second violation:
$500;
(C) For the third and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(j) Except as otherwise provided
in OAR 735-150-0140, the following apply for any violation of OAR 735-150-0045 and
ORS 822.082 to 822.084:
(A) For the first violation:
$250;
(B) For the second violation:
$500;
(C) For the third and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(30) Violation of OAR 735-150-0055
concerning charging document processing fees for submitting titles and registrations
to DMV:
(a) For the first violation:
$250;
(b) For the second violation:
$500;
(c) For the third and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(31) Violation of OAR 735-150-0037
concerning records; satisfying prior interest; providing clear title:
(a) For the first violation:
Warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$250;
(c) For the third violation:
$500;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(32) Violation of OAR 735-150-0110(24),
concerning the unlawful use of any certificate or registration plate:
(a) For the first violation:
$100;
(b) For the second violation:
$500;
(c) For the third violation:
$750;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(33) Failure to comply with
any provision of ORS 822.047 or OAR 735-150-0110(19), concerning the requirements
for providing brokerage services:
(a) For the first violation:
warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$250;
(c) For the third violation:
$500;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(34) Violations of OAR 735-150-0033
and, ORS 822.040(4) concerning the display of a vehicle at a location other than
the dealers place of business for the purpose of advertising:
(a) For the first violation:
Warning;
(b) For the second violation:
$250;
(c) For the third violation:
$500;
(d) For the fourth and subsequent
violation(s): $1,000.
(35) Violation of OAR 735-150-0110(21)
and ORS 822.605 concerning false swearing relating to regulation of a vehicle dealer
business: $1,000 for the first and subsequent violation(s).
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010,
822.009 & 822.035
Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.009,
822.035 & 822.045
Hist.: MV 22-1991, f. 9-27-91,
cert. ef. 9-29-91; MV 19-1992, f. 12-23-92, cert. ef. 1-1-93; DMV 6-1994, f. &
cert. ef. 7-21-94; DMV 2-1996, f. & cert. ef. 4-18-96; DMV 10-1998, f. &
cert. ef. 8-20-98; DMV 12-1998(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-14-98; DMV 12-1998(Temp),
f. & cert. ef. 9-14-98 thru 3-12-99; DMV 2-1999, f. & cert. ef. 2-19-99;
DMV 8-2000, f. & cert. ef. 8-10-00; DMV 10-2001, f. & cert. ef. 6-14-01;
DMV 22-2001(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 10-17-01 thru 4-14-02; DMV 26-2001 f. 12-14-01,
cert. ef. 1-1-02; DMV 18-2002, f. & cert. ef. 9-20-02; DMV 20-2004, f. &
cert. ef. 8-20-04; DMV 11-2005, f. 4-25-05, cert. ef. 5-1-05; DMV 24-2005, f. 11-18-05,
cert. ef. 1-1-06; DMV 3-2014, f. & cert. ef. 5-19-14
735-150-0160
Civil Penalty Considerations; Acting as a Dealer Without a Certificate
Any person not issued a vehicle dealer certificate under ORS 822.020, who violates ORS 822.005(1) or any DMV rule relating to the sale of vehicles, will incur, in addition to any other penalty provided by law, a civil penalty not to exceed $5,000 for each vehicle:
(1) DMV will assess penalties in accordance with the schedule set forth in OAR 735-150-0170.
(2) The Business Regulation Section of DMV may evaluate the appropriateness of the amount of a civil penalty assessed in individual cases and may agree to payment of an amount other than originally assessed. In making such an evaluation, the Business Regulation Section may consider:
(a) The severity of the violation or its impact on the public;
(b) The number of similar or related violations;
(c) Whether the violations were willful or intentional; and
(d) Any other consideration DMV deems appropriate.
(3) DMV will refuse to issue a certificate under ORS 822.020 to any person who fails to pay a civil penalty.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616 & 184.619, 802.010

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.005 & 822.009

Hist.: MV 22-1991, f. 9-27-91, cert. ef. 9-29-91; MV 19-1992, f. 12-23-92, cert. ef. 1-1-93; DMV 6-1994, f. & cert. ef. 7-21-94; DMV 30-2001(Temp), f. 12-14-01 cert. ef. 1-1-02 thru 6-29-02; DMV 2-2002, f. & cert. ef. 2-15-02; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04
735-150-0170
Schedule of Violation Penalties, Unlicensed Dealer
(1) In addition to any other penalty provided by law, the following civil penalty schedule applies to persons acting as a vehicle dealer without a current dealer certificate, including a dealer who sells a vehicle while the dealer's certificate is expired, suspended, cancelled, or revoked.
(2) This schedule does not apply to a person or dealer exempt from dealer certification requirements pursuant to ORS 822.015.
(3) Civil penalties under this schedule are assessed as follows:
(a) For the first offense: $2,500 per vehicle;
(b) For the second and subsequent offenses: $5,000 per vehicle.
(4) DMV may reduce a civil penalty assessed under subsection (3)(a) of this rule if:
(a) The person or dealer files with DMV a completed dealer application that meets Oregon requirements for licensure within 30 days of the date of notice of imposition of civil penalty for acting as an unlicensed dealer; or
(b) A hearing is requested and held in accordance with ORS Chapter 183, and within 30 days of issuance of a final order upholding the penalty, the person files with DMV a completed dealer application that meets Oregon requirements for licensure.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616 & ORS 184.619

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.009 & ORS 822.009

Hist.: MV 22-1991, f. 9-27-91, cert. ef. 9-29-91; MV 19-1992, f. 12-23-92, cert. ef. 1-1-93; DMV 6-1994, f. & cert. ef. 7-21-94; DMV 10-1998, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-98; DMV 30-2001(Temp), f. 12-14-01 cert. ef. 1-1-02 thru 6-29-02; DMV 2-2002, f. & cert. ef. 2-15-02
735-150-0190
Contested Case Hearings and Disposition
(1) The Business Regulation Section of DMV may, in accordance with ORS 183.417(3), make an informal disposition of any contested case prior to the conclusion of any hearing, resulting from a sanction or civil penalty assessed under OAR chapter 735, division 150. This disposition may include a stipulation, agreed settlement, consent order or default order.
(2) An informal disposition by stipulation, agreed settlement or consent order must be in writing, signed by any party to the contested case and incorporated into the final order.
(3) The administrative law judge presiding at a contested case hearing may not adjust the amount of a civil penalty imposed by DMV under OAR 735-150-0130 or 735-150-0160.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 183.430, 184.616, 184.619, 802.010 & 803.625

Stats. Implemented: ORS 183.417 & 822.005 - 822.080

Hist.: MV 22-1991, f. 9-27-91, cert. ef. 9-29-91; MV 9-1992, f. & cert. ef. 8-17-92; MV 19-1992, f. 12-23-92, cert. ef. 1-1-93; DMV 10-1998, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-98; DMV 8-2000, f. & cert. ef. 8-10-00; DMV 30-2001(Temp), f. 12-14-01 cert. ef. 1-1-02 thru 6-29-02; DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04
735-150-0205
Liquidation of Dealer Inventory Upon Closure of Dealership
(1) Upon the closure of any vehicle dealership, a dealer, or former dealer:
(a) Must immediately provide DMV Business Regulation Section a complete inventory of all vehicles in possession of the dealer, or former dealer, at the time of closure. The inventory must be in writing and must include, a description of each vehicle including; vehicle identification number, vehicle make, model and year. The inventory list must be submitted with a written plan to DMV to liquidate the vehicles and a proposed time frame in which to do so; and
(b) Is strictly prohibited from adding to, or making a sale from the inventory in anyway other than as described in subsection (2) of this rule.
(2) Upon the written approval of the DMV Business Regulation Section, all vehicles listed as inventory under section (1) of this rule must be liquidated by one of the following means:
(a) The wholesale of the vehicles to another certified dealer, or by consignment to a certified auto auction authorized to wholesale vehicles to other dealers; or
(b) Titling a limited number of vehicles in the name of the former dealer, subject to the requirements of ORS 822.015; or
(c) Any combination of (a) or (b).
(3) A dealer or former dealer described under this rule must maintain a record of all vehicles that are liquidated including:
(a) The date and specific method(s), as described under section (2) of this rule, used to liquidate each vehicle;
(b) If a vehicle is liquidated to another dealer, or certified auto auction, the name, certificate number and address of each dealer or auction to whom the vehicle was liquidated; and
(c) A description of each vehicle including, the vehicle identification number, make, model and year.
(d) This section also applies to inventoried vehicles that are not liquidated because they are subject to flooring agreements and have, or will be returned or surrendered to the financial institution or manufacturer holding an inventory financing security interest.
Stat. Auth: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 802.010, & 822.035

Stats. Implemented: ORS 822.035

Hist.: DMV 20-2004, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-04
735-150-0250
Lien Claimant Records; Notification of Sale
(1) Purpose. This rule establishes the requirements, form and retention period for lien claimant records pursuant to ORS 822.093. The rule also specifies how a lien claimant will notify DMV of the sale of a subject vehicle.
(2) Definitions. For purposes of ORS 822.093, OAR 735-150-0260 and this rule:
(a) "Owner" means any individual(s) or business shown in the records of DMV as having an ownership interest in a subject vehicle.
(b) "Subject vehicle" means a vehicle sold by a lien claimant to foreclose a possessory lien, or acquired by a lien claimant through a possessory lien foreclosure that is sold or offered for sale by the lien claimant.
(c) "Violation" means failure by a lien claimant to keep records in accordance with this rule.
(3) Records. A lien claimant who sells or offers for sale a subject vehicle must maintain records sufficient to establish that subject vehicles were acquired by the lien claimant as the result of a possessory lien. The following records must be maintained:
(a) A signed and dated copy of an original tow notification, repair order, an impound form from law enforcement or other similar form or document showing how the lien claimant acquired possession of the subject vehicle, or a written record that identifies the person or entity that authorized the lien claimant to take possession of the subject vehicle (e.g. specific law enforcement agency, business, etc.) and the time and date of contact.
(b) A signed and dated copy of an original claim or notice of possessory lien, a notice of foreclosure sale form applicable to the possessory lien or similar form or document showing the owner of the vehicle was notified of the possessory lien;
(c) A signed and dated copy of the DMV certificate of possessory lien foreclosure form applicable to the possessory lien as specified in OAR 735-020-0012 for each subject vehicle; and
(d) A bill of sale, if applicable.
(4) Retention. Records required under this rule must be retained for a period of five (5) years by the lien claimant:
(a) For an individual, at a location that complies with section (5) of this rule;
(b) For a business, including the holder of a current valid towing business certificate issued under ORS 822.205, for a period of five years; two years on the premises of the main business location or at a supplemental location of the lien claimant if the vehicle is sold to foreclose a possessory lien, and an additional three-year period at any location within the State of Oregon that is convenient for the lien claimant; or
(c) Any other location that is approved in writing by DMV.
(5) Maintenance; Form. Lien claimant records must be maintained in a manner allowing for timely and efficient retrieval of any record requested by DMV for inspection. Records maintained under this rule must be the original records or an exact copy of the original records and may be maintained in hard copy, on film, or by electronic means. DMV may require that any record printed or completed in a language other than English be accompanied by a copy translated into English.
(6) Notice to DMV. A lien claimant must notify DMV within 10 days of the sale or transfer of interest of a subject vehicle by submitting to DMV:
(a) A completed and signed Notice of Sale or Transfer of Vehicle (DMV Form 6890), if the subject vehicle is covered by an Oregon title; or
(b) A completed and signed Notice of Lien Foreclosure; Sale or Transfer of Vehicle (DMV Form 6890A), if the subject vehicle is not covered by an Oregon title.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 803.097, 822.035, 822.042 & 822.093

Stats. Implemented: ORS 87.152, 87.162, 87.166, 87.172, 87.176 - 206, 90.425, 90.675, 98.805, 98.810, 98.812, 98.818, 98.830, 98.835, 803.097, 809.720, 811.555, 811.570, 819.110, 819.120, 819.160, 819.230, 822.035, 822.042, 822.045, 822.093

Hist.: DMV 26-2003(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 12-15-03 thru 6-11-04; DMV 10-2004, f. 5-24-04, cert. ef. 6-1-04
735-150-0260
Civil Penalty Consideration, Lien Claimant Records
(1) In addition to any other penalty or sanction provided by law, a lien claimant who violates any provision of ORS 822.093 or OAR 735-150-0250 relating to lien claimant records may incur a civil penalty in an amount not to exceed $1,000 for each violation. DMV will assess a penalty amount determined by DMV to be appropriate for the particular violation. In determining an appropriate penalty amount DMV may use the schedule set forth in section (2) of this rule as a guideline and may consider the following criteria:
(a) The severity of the violation or its impact on the public;
(b) The number of similar or related violations;
(c) Whether the violations were willful or intentional;
(d) The prior history of penalties imposed by DMV against the lien claimant;
(e) The number of violations compared to the volume of transactions by the lien claimant; or
(f) Other circumstances determined by DMV to be applicable to the particular violation.
(2) Pursuant to ORS 822.093, DMV may impose a civil penalty for failure to comply with any provision of OAR 735-150-0250, concerning lien claimant records:
(a) For first offense: warning;
(b) For second offense: $250;
(c) For third offense: $500;
(d) For fourth and subsequent offense: $1,000.
(3) Prior to the issuance of a final order, DMV may reassess the civil penalty amount and may agree to payment of an amount less than that assessed in the Notice of Imposition of Civil Penalty, after review of:
(a) The criteria listed in section (1) of this rule; and
(b) Any explanatory information provided to DMV.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 803.097, 822.035, 822.042 & 822.093

Stats. Implemented: ORS 87.152, 87.162, 87.166, 87.172, 87.176 - 206, 90.425, 90.675, 98.805, 98.810, 98.812, 98.818, 98.830, 98.835, 803.097, 809.720, 811.555, 811.570, 819.110, 819.120, 819.160, 819.230, 822.035, 822.042, 822.045, 822.093

Hist.: DMV 26-2003(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 12-15-03 thru 6-11-04; DMV 10-2004, f. 5-24-04, cert. ef. 6-1-04


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