Summary of Oregon’s Administrative Driver's License Suspension Law Motor

Vehicle Hearing:

To preserve your right to drive in Oregon, you must request a hearing within 10 days after your license has been taken from you by an officer or within the time set by Motor Vehicle in a revocation letter. A hearing must be initially scheduled within 30 days.

If you had a valid license when stopped, you are qualified for a temporary license to drive until the hearing. This temporary license is good for only 30 days. If you lose your case at the hearing, your license will be suspended when the temporary license expires. Crucial defenses can be developed at the hearing, and if you want to substantially increase your odds of winning your case, or need to know whether your case is winnable, you will need to request a DMV hearing.