Oregon · DUII · Checked October 2026

Refusing a Breath or Blood Test in Oregon

Refusing a Breath or Blood Test in Oregon: What Are the Rules?

What happens if you refuse a breath or blood test in Oregon.

Refusal penalty
License suspension of 1 year (3 years with a prior within five years) plus a $650 presumptive fine for the traffic violation of refusing a breath or urine test; refusal is admissible in court
License suspension for refusing
1 year; 3 years with a prior within five years
Deadline to challenge
10 days

Refusal Penalties in Oregon

License suspension of 1 year (3 years with a prior within five years) plus a $650 presumptive fine for the traffic violation of refusing a breath or urine test; refusal is admissible in courtORS 813.095; ORS 813.100; ORS 813.420

Official source: refusal penalties (Oregon)

License Suspension for Refusing in Oregon

1 year; 3 years with a prior within five yearsORS 813.410(1), (4); ORS 813.420; ORS 813.430

Official source: license suspension for refusing (Oregon)

More on DUII Law in Oregon

See the full overview of DUII laws in Oregon and read about implied consent laws in every state.

This page summarizes Oregon law from official sources, checked October 2026. It isn't legal advice; a lawyer licensed in Oregon can advise on your case.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Happens if You Refuse a Breath Test in Oregon?

License suspension of 1 year (3 years with a prior within five years) plus a $650 presumptive fine for the traffic violation of refusing a breath or urine test; refusal is admissible in court

How Long Is the Suspension for Refusing?

1 year; 3 years with a prior within five years

Sources

  1. Implied consent: ORS 813.095; ORS 813.100; ORS 813.420

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