Signed by Governor Kate Brown

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits police from pulling over drivers because they have a single defective tail light, headlight, or brake light.

Highlights:

• Requires police to inform drivers of right to refuse search requests (ORS 131.615(4)(a)).

• Requires driver consent be written, filmed, otherwise recorded (ORS 131.615(4)(b)).

• Exempts “implied consent” searches from requirements (ORS 131.615(4)(c)).

• Limits police ability to initiate traffic stops for vehicle light violations (Sec. 6(1)).

• Requires training in trauma care, cultural awareness, de-escalation techniques for parole, probation officers (ORS 181A.530(3)).

• Prohibits probationers from using, possessing non-prescribed controlled substances (ORS 137.540(2)(e)).

• Reduces appropriation to Criminal Justice Commission for a Transforming Justice Initiative by $10 million (Sec. 13).

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits police from pulling over drivers because they have a single defective tail light, headlight, or brake light.

Highlights:

• Requires police to inform drivers of right to refuse search requests (ORS 131.615(4)(a)).

• Requires driver consent be written, filmed, otherwise recorded (ORS 131.615(4)(b)).

• Exempts “implied consent” searches from requirements (ORS 131.615(4)(c)).

• Limits police ability to initiate traffic stops for vehicle light violations (Sec. 6(1)).

• Requires training in trauma care, cultural awareness, de-escalation techniques for parole, probation officers (ORS 181A.530(3)).

• Prohibits probationers from using, possessing non-prescribed controlled substances (ORS 137.540(2)(e)).

• Reduces appropriation to Criminal Justice Commission for a Transforming Justice Initiative by $10 million (Sec. 13).

Full Bill Text