Alabama - Obtain Driving Record

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Procedure

Driver Record

For individuals who want a copy of their own three (3) year Driver License Record.

Sending request by mail

1. Complete the request form.
2. Send the completed form along with your payment and a self-addressed, stamped envelope to:
   Driving Record Request
   Driver License Division
   PO Box 1471
   Montogomery AL 36102-1471

Sending request in person

1. Check the list below for locations where you can personally obtain a driver record.
2. You may use this form when you submit your request.
3. Pay the fee ($5.75).
4. It will take about a week or 10 days for your request to be processed.

Driver Abstract

1. Requests for a Driver Abstract must be submitted in person.
2. Complete the form and be ready to present your government issued photo ID.
3. Pay the fee ($15.00).
4. The abstract prints overnight and will be mailed to the address stated on the request.
5. You may obtain a driver abstract in the following locations:

Montgomery
301 South Ripley
Montgomery AL 36104

Birmingham
908 Bankhead Hwy W
Birmingham AL 35204

Jacksonville
1703 Pelham Road South
Jacksonville AL 36265

Huntsville
1115-A Church Street
Huntsville AL 35801

Tuscaloosa
2645 Skyland Blvd E
Tuscaloosa AL 35405

Sheffield
4500 Hatch Blvd
Sheffield AL 35660

Dothan
5679 Montgomery Hwy
Dothan AL 36303-9320

Mobile
3400 Demetropolis Road
Mobile AL 36693

Opelika
1220 Foxrun Parkway, Suite A-4
Opelika AL 36801

Foley
201 E Section Avenue
Baldwin Co Satellite Courthouse
Foley AL 36535-2769

Motor Vehicle Record

1. You may request this document if you are a third-party and want a copy of an individual's Driver License Record.
2. Use the contact information below to inquire about where can you file your request.
3. Complete the form.
4. Pay the fee ($5.75).

Crash Report

Sending request by mail

1. Complete the Crash Report Request
2. Send the completed form along with your payment and a self-addressed, stamped envelope to:
   Department of Public Safety
   Crash Reports
   PO Box 1471
   Montogomery AL 36102-1471

Sending request in person

1. Check the list below for locations where you can personally obtain a crash report.
2. You may use this form when you submit your request.
3. Pay the fee ($15.00).

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Required Documents

Driver Record:

• Completed form
• self-addressed, stamped envelope (for request submitted by mail)

Driver Abstract:

• Completed form
• Government issued photo ID

Motor Vehicle Record:

• Completed form

Crash Report:

• Completed form
• self-addressed, stamped envelope (for request submitted by mail)

Office Locations & Contacts

Alabama Department of Public Safety
301 South Ripley St.
Montgomery, AL 36104
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1511, Montgomery, AL 36102
Phone:(334) 242-4371
Email
Website

Driver License Division
P.O. Box 1471
Montgomery, AL 36102
Phone:(334) 242-4400
Email

Crash Reports/Driver Records
Phone: (334) 242-4241

Driver License Offices and Schedules
Offices that offer Driver Records, Crash Reports, and Driver License Reinstatements are marked with an asterisk (*) on the office schedule page.

Eligibility

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Fees

• Copy of Driver Record (MVR): $5.75
• Copy of Crash Report: $15.00

For requests submitted by post, payments must be in the form of a cashier's check, certified check, or money order made payable to the Alabama Department of Public Safety. No personal checks will be accepted.

• Driver Abstract: $15.00

Acceptable forms of payment: cash, money order, Visa or MasterCard. No personal checks are accepted.

Validity

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

• Driver Record Request (Alabama DPS)
• Driver Abstract Request Form (Alabama DPS)
• Request for Motor Vehicle Record (Alabama DPS)
• Crash Report Request Form (Alabama DPS)

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Processing Time

• Driver Record: Your request may be processed within a week or 10 days.
• Driver Abstract: The abstract prints overnight and will be mailed to the address stated on the request.

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Instructions

• Driver Record: May be requested by mail, or in person at a Driver License Office.
• Driver abstract: Requests must be submitted in person.
• Motor Vehicle Record: You may request this document if you are a third-party and want a copy of an individual's Driver License Record.
• Crash report: May be requested by mail, or in person at a Driver License Office.

Required Information

Driver Record:

• Applicant's complete name
• Driver's license number
• Social security number
• Date of birth
• Current address (city,state,zip code)
• Race
• Gender
• Daytime Telephone Number

Driver Abstract:

• Applicant's complete name
• Alabama Drive License Number
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Social Security Number
• Current Mailing Address
• Daytime Telephone Number
• Purpose for the request

Motor Vehicle Record:

• Complete name of the person on record
• Driver's License Number
• Date of Birth
• Social Security Number
• Identity of the person requesting information:
  • Complete name
  • Address (city,state,zip code)
  • Daytime Telephone Number
  • Whom do you represent

Crash Report:

• Applicant's name and address
• Driver's full name
• Date of Birth
• Driver's License Number
• County of Accident
• Date of Accident
• Street or Highway #
• Name of fatalities (If any)

Need for the Document

A driving record/MVR contains information about your driving history including which includes traffic accidents, driving record points, traffic law violations, convictions and fines. This document also states whether your driver license is valid, suspended or cancelled.

Driving records are often used for background checks or in court proceedings. It is also used by insurance agencies to adjust their clients' policy rates/premiums and investigate claims.

Following are procedures on how you can obtain a driving record.

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Your driving record contains information about your driving history and can also be used by employers and businesses to conduct background checks and pre-employment screenings.

External Links

• DPS Alabama:

http://dps.alabama.gov/Home/wfContent.aspx?ID=30&PLH1=plhDriverLicense-Reinstatements

• DMV:

http://www.dmv.org/driving-records.php

http://www.dmv.org/al-alabama/driving-records.php

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