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Oregon License Plate Display Law — 2025 Guide

Front + Rear Required
Quick Answer

Oregon requires both front and rear license plates.

The Law at a Glance

Statute
Oregon Revised Statutes §803.535
Mounting
Front + Rear Required
Plate Format
123 ABC
Penalty
Fines vary by jurisdiction.
Plate Design
'Pacific Wonderland' or tree silhouette green-and-white design.

Recent Changes

Oregon switched to flat-plate technology with the rest of the wave.

State-Specific Notes

Oregon is a two-plate state.

Plate Design Details

First Issued
1990
Plate Style
Embossed serial; reflective sheeting
Full Design
Dark blue on Douglas Fir tree and mountain graphic
Current Format
123 ABC (2004–present); ABC 123 (1990–2004)

Letter Exclusions

I and O are not used as the first letter.

Historical Plates Still Valid

Earlier Oregon plates from 1956–1989 (gold on blue, blue on gold variations) remain valid. From 1964–1988, the second letter encoded month of registration (A-M for January-December, skipping I).

Notable Facts

Oregon's Douglas Fir on mountain background is one of the most recognizable U.S. plate designs, in use since 1990. Earlier Oregon plates encoded the registration month in the alphabet (A=January through M=December, skipping I).

How atroq Frames Stay Compliant in Oregon

atroq frames in Oregon are engineered to comply with all display requirements. The frame's recessed sticker windows keep renewal stickers visible. The frame's thickness does not obscure the alphanumeric serial, state name, or the issuing jurisdiction. atroq's universal mounting fits Oregon's standard 6 × 12 inch passenger plates. Since Oregon requires both plates, customers typically order frames in pairs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a front license plate required in Oregon?
Yes. Oregon requires both a front and rear license plate on all registered passenger vehicles. Oregon requires both front and rear license plates.
What is the Oregon license plate format?
Oregon uses the format 123 ABC for standard passenger plates.
How often does Oregon change its plate design?
Oregon updates plate designs periodically. Oregon switched to flat-plate technology with the rest of the wave.
Are decorative license plate frames legal in Oregon?
Yes. Decorative frames are legal in Oregon as long as they do not obscure the alphanumeric serial, the state name, or any registration sticker. atroq frames are designed to comply with Oregon display requirements.
What size are Oregon license plates?
Oregon issues plates in the U.S. standard 6 × 12 inches (150 × 300 mm) for passenger vehicles, matching the 1956 SAE / Automobile Manufacturers Association dimensional agreement.

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