OR Fishing Without a License — Penalties & Fines (2026)

Oregon fishing penalties: Class A violation $110–$440, wild steelhead violations to $6,250, TIP hotline.

Fishing without a license in Oregon is a Class A violation with significant fines.

OR Violations

ViolationClassificationFine Range
No licenseClass A Violation$110 – $440
Missing Harvest TagViolation$110 – $440
Over bag limitClass A Misdemeanor$500 – $6,250
Keeping wild steelheadClass A Misdemeanor$1,000 – $6,250
OR License ($44) vs Fine ($440+) License$44 vs Fine + Court Costs$440+ (10× the cost!)

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