Governor Chris Christie
Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno
Chairman & Chief Adminis-
trator Raymond P. Martinez
www.njmvc.gov
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Requesting a Certied Driver
History Record Abstract
For your convenience, there are three easy ways to obtain a
certied 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 certied 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 ofcial
record of these events.
Permitted Users of Driver History
Record Abstracts
There are a number of authorized users who may request a
certied 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.
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OAL TRANSMITTAL DRI IMPROV
225 E.STATE ST.,6TH FL.,W.
TRENTON NJ 08666
How to Read
a Driver History Record Abstract
You can review all items (marked by reference letters) by referring to the
example of a driver abstract provided in this brochure.
(a) Printout of a New Jersey Driver License (DL)
In this example, the DL number is D4047-16371-09992. Each letter
and number provides a piece of information about the driver (i.e., eye
color, name, birthdate).
(b) Printout of Full Name
The name as it appears on the individual’s driver license (i.e., Dennis
J. Driver)
(c) Last Document or Known Address
Mailing address provided by driver as it appears on driving record.
(d) The Requester or User Name
Name and mailing address. In this example, the requester is the OAL
Transmittal Driver Improvement Unit.
(e) Class of Vehicle Licensed to Operate
In this case it refers to a basic automobile.
(f) Date the Driver License is Due to Expire
This license has been issued only as a driver license and it will expire
in 2011. If there is also a motorcycle endorsement (or motorcycle
only) the expiration will appear as well.
(g) The Unit Number
An internal computer code used for MVC purposes only.
(h) The Abstract Date
Date the abstract was printed by the MVC.
(i) The Event Date
The date on which each violation or event occurred, dates are listed
chronologically beginning with the most recent event.
(j) The Event Responsibility
The court or MVC unit responsible for the action taken. The codes
are listed on the back of the current abstract form.
In the example, the rst event takes place in (17) in Atlantic County
(A) Margate City Municipal Court.
(k) The Event Type
A code for the kind of occurrence. The codes are listed on the back
of the abstract form. In the example, the rst event is a trac viola-
tion (V).
(l) The Event Identier
The MVC reference code used to uniquely identify specic events, it
is the numerical or alphabetical equivalent of the event description (l).
In the example, the rst event is for Operating Under the Inuence of
Drugs or Alcohol (0450).
(m) The Event Description
A written description of the event, which explains the event identier.
(n) Total Numerical Points
Points assessed for violations are noted and accumulated until a
point reduction is awarded for violation free driving.
(o) The Posting Date
The date the occurrence is entered on the driver record by the MVC
(not the date on which the event occurred).
(p) New Jersey State Seal
The seal is included on a certied abstract only and appears as a
watermark in the center of the document or impression in paper.
(q) Chief Administrator’s Signature
This is included only on a certied abstract and is located on the bot-
tom right-hand side of the abstract.