What Does “ORS” Mean on Your Oregon Traffic Ticket?

If you received a traffic ticket in Oregon, you probably noticed a number on it that starts with “ORS”—like ORS 811.100 or ORS 818.400. So, what does “ORS” mean?

ORS stands for Oregon Revised Statutes, which is the official set of laws for the state of Oregon. Every traffic rule, driving law, or court procedure is written and organized in this system. The number next to “ORS” tells you exactly which law you’re being accused of violating.

For example:

• ORS 811.100 = Violation of the basic speed rule

• ORS 811.265 = Failure to obey a traffic control device

These codes matter because they tell the court (and your lawyer) what the charge is, what the penalties could be, and how to defend against it. Some violations are minor with just a fine. Others, especially for commercial drivers (CDL), can have serious long-term effects like license points, suspensions, or job consequences.

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