Governor Chris Christie
Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno
Chairman & Chief Adminis-
trator Raymond P. Martinez
www.njmvc.gov
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Requesting a Certied Driver
History Record Abstract
For your convenience, there are three easy ways to obtain a
certied Driver History Abstract for $15:
Online*
Visit www.njmvc.gov (convenience fee applies)
Mail*
Complete a Driver History Abstract application and mail it
along with a copy of your valid driver license and a check or
money order to:
NJ Motor Vehicle Commission
Abstract Unit
225 East State Street
P.O. Box 142
Trenton, New Jersey 08666-0142
Driver History Abstract applications (2 pages) are available
online at www.njmvc.gov. See "Download Forms."
In Person (for your own abstract only)
Visit any MVC Agency or Regional Service Center.
Requests for a certied Driver History Abstract require the
following:
Completed application
Proof of valid photo ID
Payment of processing fee
Adherence to the permitted uses of driver history abstracts
Additional Questions?
Please call the MVC at (609) 292-6500.
* Driver History Abstract requests take at least two to seven days for
delivery.
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A certied driver history record abstract lists all accidents,
violations and actions (including, but not limited to
suspensions, points credits, fee payments and restorations)
incurred by a motorist. It presents the user with an ofcial
record of these events.
Permitted Users of Driver History
Record Abstracts
There are a number of authorized users who may request a
certied driver history record abstract from the Motor Vehicle
Commission (MVC). Permitted users include:
Attorneys: An attorney may request a driver history in
connection with any civil, criminal, administrative or arbitral
proceeding in any federal, state, local court or MVC agency.
Employers: If requested by an employer or prospective
employer the MVC will provide a driver history record abstract
to verify the accuracy of personal information submitted by
the individual. Federal, state and local municipalities and
other government agencies may request a driver history
record abstract for employment purposes. If the employment
requires the employee to operate a motor vehicle the employer
or potential employer may use the information to determine
the individual’s driver license status. (Only those with a valid
license should be hired to operate any type of vehicle as part
of their job.)
Insurance Companies and Agencies: The MVC will provide
a driver history abstract in connection with claims investigation
activities, antifraud activities, rating or underwriting policies.
Motorists: An individual may request a copy of his or her
driver history record abstract for any purpose.
Municipal Courts, Local and Foreign States Police/
Law Enforcement Agencies: The MVC provides the support
necessary for law enforcement and court access to motorist
driver history record abstracts.
Other permitted users: Users may also be permitted if the
request provides notarized written consent from the motorist
in question or if the user’s request is permitted under N.J.S.A.
39:2-3.4 (c), as outlined on the application form.