Bill > HB2534

This bill modifies Oregon's existing riot statute to provide more specific definitions and clarifications around what constitutes "tumultuous and violent conduct" in the context of motor vehicles. Specifically, the bill expands the definition of riot to include using a motor vehicle or a person's body to impede traffic, create a traffic hazard, or block traffic movement. However, the bill also explicitly lists several exceptions that would not be considered tumultuous and violent conduct, such as momentarily stopping to allow oncoming traffic to pass, proceeding in a funeral procession, or moving with the approval of road authorities. The bill maintains the existing penalty of riot as a Class C felony and specifies that these new definitions and provisions will apply to conduct occurring on or after the bill's effective date. The changes appear designed to provide clearer guidance about what types of vehicle-related actions might be considered disruptive or potentially riotous under Oregon law.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2534