Department of Motor Vehicles
DMV Records


Anyone who is legally behind the wheel of a car will have a driving record that shows the state of their insurance, license, and any demerit points that you may have picked up along the way in the form of parking or traffic tickets. Each ticket that you get may or may not have an effect on your total points, which, when you reach a certain level, may result in your license becoming suspended. The points you pick up will eventually roll off after a time, but it can be hard to keep track of where you are at, especially if you have picked up numerous tickets. The best way to find out exactly where you stand is to search the records on file at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

The good news is that this is incredibly easy to do, and you should have the information you need from the DMV records in just a couple of minutes. The first thing you have to do is make your way over to the official DMV website. Once there, you need to check the menu for the “Driving Records” page as that is where you will find all of the information you need. This service does cost a couple of bucks, but it’s well worth the peace of mind you get, especially if you’re about to apply for a job that requires you to drive. A good driving record may be essential in you landing that job in the first place.
We should say that it’s a good idea to have your driver’s license at the ready when searching DMV records, as you will need the information contained on there to get at your personal driving record.


Once you are on the page that contains the records, you will be asked to choose the state your license is registered in. Keep in mind, if you have recently moved and have yet to change your license to your new state, you will have to perform the search based on the state that the license was issued, not where you live now.

Once you choose, the state, you will be asked to enter your information, including your driver’s license number. You will then be shown the charges and asked if you wish to proceed. If you choose yes, your driver’s record will then be displayed on screen, but you also have the option of having a copy of your record mailed to you. While this is the fastest way to get the information you need, it isn’t the only way.

The Department of Public Safety website for your specific state should also be able to supply you with the information you need, while employers have a variety of different options available to them when checking the driving records of potential employees. You may balk a little at having to pay for DMV records, but it is well worth doing if you are in any way concerned that you may be getting close to having your license suspended.

 

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