Oregon Concealed Handgun License (CHL) Practice Exam

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Are Oregon CHL holders required to inform a police officer of their license during a traffic stop?

  1. Yes, immediately

  2. No, not unless asked

  3. Yes, but only if carrying a concealed handgun

  4. No, never required

The correct answer is: Yes, but only if carrying a concealed handgun

In Oregon, the law stipulates that while a concealed handgun license (CHL) holder is not required to disclose their license status during a traffic stop unless they are carrying a concealed handgun, there is an important nuance to this requirement. If the individual is indeed carrying a concealed firearm, they must inform the officer about both their concealed carry status and the possession of the firearm during the interaction. The reason this is significant is based on principles of transparency and safety for both the officer and the CHL holder. Informing the officer can help prevent misunderstandings during the stop and is a courtesy that acknowledges the potential risks involved when a firearm is present. It is also worth noting that if the CHL holder is not in possession of a concealed handgun at the time of the stop, there is no obligation to present their license or inform the officer of its existence. This aspect highlights the conditional nature of the requirement, where the carrying of the firearm triggers the obligation to communicate the license status.