Driving Records

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Every violation on a traffic citation is measured in points and when you receive these points they are notched onto your official driving record. This serves as your driving history, and you will want to avoid amassing any sort of high sum. In fact, the best number you can manage is a zero.

This is because you are not the only one that has access to these records. Prospective employers and insurance companies can also look them over and make decisions regarding a possible job or coverage rates based on how you take to the road. You can also access these records yourself, and you might want to periodically get a hold of a copy just to make sure everything checks out―much like you would with a credit record.

There are three methods you can use to obtain a copy of your driving record from the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA).

Online

If you have a PIN number, you can actually view your record online (although the MVA will still print out and send a copy to the address on file). You can still order a copy of your records online even without owning or obtaining a PIN number. If you would like a PIN you can request one online and a random few digits will be sent out your way within 10 days.

Simply enter your driver license number and date of birth (an e-mail address is optional) and voila, you will have a PIN assigned at no charge. Of course, if you intend to look at your driving record online you will have to wait out the 10 days it takes for the MVA to process the number and send it to you, even though it may show up quicker. But if just want a copy mailed to you then you can move on through the process and skip ordering a PIN.

The records are available in either a three-year increment or a complete version. The fees are $12 for a certified copy and $9 for a non-certified copy. Fees are payable online via MasterCard, Visa, and electronic check.

Note: If you no longer live in Maryland, you'll need to complete the transaction through the mail.

In Person

Complete a request form and take it to any MVA office in the state. The same fees apply, but in this case you have the option of paying by regular check, cash, or with a money order.

Via Mail

Fill out the request form, enclose a money order or check made out to the MVA, and mail to:

• Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration

• 6601 Ritchie Highway NE, Room 145

• Glen Burnie, MD 21062

Businesses Requesting Driving Records

Employers, insurance companies, and other businesses can use the above means to attain driving records. In order to request documents online, your business will need to subscribe to all MVA online services. For more information send an inquiry to the MVA via e-mail at drivingrecords@mdot.state.md.us.

Also, those companies looking to request more than one motorist's records will need to complete the multiple record form.

Using Third-Party Companies

There are also many companies, mostly online, that will do the work for you, contacting the MVA and getting your records. The big convenience that these businesses offer is speed; some will have the records to you the same day you put in a request.

Fixing or Expunging a Record

Every three-year cycle, your record is wiped clean and you are given a clean slate. This is what the MVA refers to as expunging your record.

You can attempt to squeegee the record at any time by contacting the MVA's Administrative Adjudication Division (AAD) at (800) 950-1682. However, it is rather rare to get a free pass, especially if you are a habitual traffic offender. If you find a mistake on your record, fill out an expungement request form, and contact this department.

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