ORS 822.285: Additional powers of board; fees; rules.

(1) In carrying out its investigative and enforcement duties, functions and powers, and notwithstanding any other provision of law, the State Board of Towing may procure services and award a contract for the personal services of a subject matter expert, on a case-by-case basis, in any manner deemed practical or convenient. The price of such contracts, including any amendments, may not exceed $25,000. (2) If the board has reason to believe that any person has been engaged or is engaging in any violation of ORS 98.853, 98.854, 98.856, 98.858, 181A.350, 822.200, 822.215, 822.225, 822.230, 822.235, 822.250 to 822.290, 822.605 or 822.995 or any rule adopted under those statutes, or any order issued by the board, the board may, without bond, bring suit in the name and on behalf of the State of Oregon in the circuit court of any county of this state to enjoin the acts or practices and to enforce compliance with ORS 98.853, 98.854, 98.856, 98.858, 181A.350, 822.200, 822.215, 822.225, 822.230, 822.235, 822.250 to 822.290, 822.605 or 822.995 or any rule adopted under those statutes, or any order issued by the board. Upon a proper showing, a permanent or temporary injunction, restraining order or writ of mandamus shall be granted. (3) The board, by rule, may impose a fee on any person holding or applying for a towing business certificate. The amount of the fee shall be established to recover expenses incurred by the board in carrying out ORS 822.250 to 822.290 and 822.995. Any fees collected under this subsection shall be deposited into the State Board of Towing Account established under ORS 822.270. [2021 c.578 §9]