How do I Obtain a California Driving Record?

You can get a copy of your California driving record from the DMV.

In California, your driving record contains information regarding any tickets, citations and accidents in which you've been involved. Different offenses remain on your driving record for a different amount of time. Accidents are on your record for three years; convictions, such as reckless driving, are on your record for 10 years; and most other offenses remain on you record for three years. You can obtain a copy of your California driving record from any California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) location.

Instructions

1. Obtain a copy of form INF 1125, the California request for a copy of your driving record. This form is available at any state DMV location or on its website at www.dmv.ca.gov. DMV locations in California are also available on this site.

2. Enter your name, address, contact information and signature onto form INF 1125, then mail the form to:

   Department of Motor Vehicles

   P.O. Box 944247 MS G199

   Sacramento, CA 94244-2470

   Include a check or money order in the amount of $5 for your driving record, made payable to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

3. Alternatively, you can deliver your application to your local DMV to obtain a copy of your driving record on the same day. Mailed requests can take several weeks before your record is returned to you.

Tips & Warnings

• Form INF 1125 is convenient but not required. You can also compose a letter that includes your name, address, contact information, driver's license number, date of birth and Social Security number in place of form INF 1125.

References

• California Department of Motor Vehicles: General Information
• California Department of Motor Vehicles: Form INF 1125