License Plate Frames in Oregon
It is unlawful to use any frame or plate holder that obscures the numbers, letters, or registration stickers so as to render them unreadable, and unlawful to place material altering the plate's color, configuration, numbers, letters, or material.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
What the law says
It is unlawful to use any frame or plate holder that obscures the numbers, letters, or registration stickers so as to render them unreadable, and unlawful to place material altering the plate's color, configuration, numbers, letters, or material. Covers: reached by the alteration clause — not allowed. A violation is a Class B traffic violation. The state name is not itemized in the frame clause.
Specific Limits
- Covers
- reached by the alteration clause — not allowed
- Must stay visible
- numbers, letters, and registration stickers
Exceptions & Exemptions
Frames and covers must not obstruct any part of the license plate including numbers, letters, registration stickers, or state identification. Clear covers are generally acceptable if they don't cause glare or obstruction.
Frequently Asked Questions
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