Oregon Alcohol Server Permit: DUI Disqualification Rules

No. In Oregon, a DUI conviction (or related alcohol/drug driving offense) within the past 10 years makes you ineligible for an Alcohol Server Permit (OLCC Service Permit).

Key Details

• Regulator: Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC).
• Lookback period: 10 years from date of conviction.
• Disqualifying offenses: DUII (Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants), DUI, DWI, Reckless Driving (if alcohol/drug related), Failure to Perform Duties of Driver (hit-and-run) involving alcohol.
• Out-of-state convictions count.

Other Disqualifiers (10-year lookback)

• Any felony conviction.
• Misdemeanor involving controlled substances.
• Violation of OLCC rules (e.g., selling to minor, intoxicated person).
• Permit revocation in any state.

Process

1. Complete OLCC-approved Alcohol Server Education (ASE) course (online or in-person, ~$25–$35).
2. Apply via OLCC Online Services; background check runs automatically.
3. If flagged, OLCC sends denial letter with appeal rights (hearing request within 30 days).

After 10 Years

Eligibility is restored automatically if no new disqualifying events. You must still complete the ASE course and apply.

Note

This applies to the service permit (required for anyone serving/selling alcohol). A licensee (business owner) faces separate scrutiny. Always verify current rules at OLCC website.