Jockey, Apprentice Last updated 02/25/2025

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Fees

License Fee Description Exemptions
$0.00
None

Description

A jockey license or apprentice jockey license is required of any person who rides a horse in a race. A jockey or apprentice jockey must be at least 16 years of age.

Duration

3 years from the date issued

Renewal Information

Renewals are processed in the same manner as the initial application. For additional information, please contact the Commission Licensing Office at (503) 285-9144, Ext. 222

Duplicate License Requirements

If a license is lost or destroyed, a replacement fee of $10 may be required for a duplicate license. Duplicate license expiration date is the same as the original license.

Processing Time

Processing Time Description
1 Week

Prerequisites and Requirements

Prerequisites

Required Documentation

Examination Information

When there is doubt as to a jockey's experience or ability, the stewards may require an applicant for a jockey license or apprentice jockey license to demonstrate the ability to control a horse and to ride in two or more races before a license is issued. Also, the starter may require applicants to satisfactorily demonstrate their ability to control horses out of the gate. Notwithstanding OAR 462-120-0060 the temporary license may be for a period longer than 10 days in order for the stewards to evaluate the applicant's skill

Continuing Education Requirements

None

Bonding Requirements

None

Insurance Requirements

None

Additional Information

Other Information

Statutes, Administrative Rules, Ordinances

Other Detail Information

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