Oregon State Sign Regulations

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Our Oregon State-Specific Signs Compliance – Resource Bulletin will help you understand a variety of signage rules, regulations and requirements enacted in the state. Topics include:

  • No smoking signs
  • Swimming pool signs
  • Concealed weapon signs
  • Cell phone signs
  • Baby surrender signs

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Bulletin Overview

No Smoking Signs

The State of Oregon prohibits smoking in all places of employment and within 10 feet of these facilities, including restaurants and bars. Exemptions to the statewide ban are granted to designated hotel/motel rooms, tobacco stores, cigar bars, and Native American religious and cultural ceremonies. The Oregon Indoor Clean Air Act went into effect on 9/1/2009 and is administered by the Oregon Public Health Authority. (433.835-870)

Swimming Pool Signs

The Oregon Public Health Authority stipulates the rules governing the use of public swimming pools and spas. The code requires the posting of signs at public swimming pools and spas.

Concealed Weapon Signs

Oregon allows residents of the state to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) provided they have been issued a permit granted by the sheriff of the county in which they reside. Among the requirements for issuing a permit are; the applicant must be 21 years of age, has not been convicted of a felony, does not have a serious mental illness, does not have a conviction for an offense involving a controlled substance, and has completed an approved firearm training program. There are certain places such as, schools, government buildings, courthouses, etc. where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. Oregon does not honor the CCW of any other states. (ORS 166.291)

Cell Phone Signs

The State of Oregon bans the use of hand-held cell phones for texting and voice communications by all drivers of motorized vehicles. The use of hands free communication devices is permitted for drivers over 18 years of age. The law, ORS 811.507, became effective on 7/28/2010. This same law was amended as of 10/1/2017 to also ban holding a mobile electronic device in the person’s hand.

Baby Surrender Signs

Since the first baby surrender (safe-haven) law was enacted in Texas in 1999, all U.S. states, as well as the District of Columbia, have passed safe-haven legislation. The laws allow an unharmed infant to be relinquished to the proper authorities.