Vaping while driving in Oregon is not generally illegal for adults, but there are important restrictions you must follow.
Key Points of Oregon Law
- Illegal with Minors Present: It is illegal to vape (or smoke) in a motor vehicle if there is a person under the age of 18 present. This is a secondary traffic violation, meaning you can be fined if stopped for another reason and found to be vaping with a minor in the car.
- No Statewide Ban for Adults: There is no law that specifically prohibits adults from vaping while driving if no minors are present in the vehicle.
- Other Restrictions: Using vapor products is prohibited in certain public places, workplaces, and within 10 feet of building entrances, but these restrictions do not apply to private vehicles unless a minor is present.
- Product and Age Laws: You must be at least 21 to purchase or possess vaping products in Oregon.
Summary Table
| Situation | Legal to Vape and Drive? |
|---|---|
| Adult, no minors in vehicle | Yes |
| Minor (under 18) present in vehicle | No (secondary offense, fineable) |
Vaping and driving is legal for adults in Oregon as long as there are no minors under 18 in the vehicle. If a minor is present, vaping is prohibited and can result in a fine. Always comply with all other traffic laws and local ordinances.
