How to get my own driving record (abstract)[1] 


What is a Standard driving record (abstract)? 
See an explanation of' Standard' driving record abstracts [2] issued by the New York DMV, and a Description of Abstract of Driving Record PDF [3] DS-242.1, which also shows a sample abstract. Standard driver records contain information related to your record for the past few years. If you need a record of all information DMV has , see lifetime driving records [4]. There is no difference between an abstract you order online, at an office or by mail. They are certified DMV records. They all include a certification statement and the signature of the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles, as well as the same security watermark. 

What is a Lifetime driving record? 
See an explanation of " lifetime " driving records [5] issued by the New York DMV, and a Description of Abstract of Lifetime Driving Record PDF [6] DS-242.3, which also shows a sample record. 

What is a Commercial (CDL) driving record (abstract)? 
See an explanation of CDL driving record abstracts [7]. You can order them online or have your employer order them through the License Event Notification Service LENS [8]. 

Get Standard, Lifetime and CDL abstracts online through MyDMV 
You can save and print a PDF version of your record. You will have 5 days after your order to download it. The fee is $7. To create a MyDMV account , you will need your most recent New York State driver license, permit, or non - driver ID. Sorry , you must order by mail if you do not have a New York State license, permit, or non - driver ID or yourNew York State license , permit , or non - driver ID 1 Make sure your computer and web browser have all recent updates to avoid problems downloading your record [9]. [10] 

Get Standard and Lifetime abstracts by mail 
To request your Standard driving record by mail , send a completed Request for DMV Records PDF [11] MV-15 a photocopy of your proof of identity 2 a personal check or money order for $1

user: I need help with getting my driving record abstract.

assistant: I can help you with that. Would you like more information about what your standard driving record abstract entails?

user: Yes, this would be very helpful.

assistant: You can see a sample of a driving record abstract under Description of Abstract of Driving Record PDF [ 3 ] DS-242.1 on our website.

assistant: Do you happen to need all information that DMV has on file for you?

user: No, I just need to see the last few years.

user: For future reference, how would I obtain this information?

assistant: To get a record of all your information, you'll need a lifetime driving record.

user: Can I get my abstract online?

assistant: Absolutely, and rest assured that no matter whether you order online, at an office, or by mail, there will be no difference in your abstract. They are all certified DMV records that come with a certification statement and the signature of the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles.

user: What do I need if I decide to obtain one by mail?

assistant: If you wish to obtain your abstract by mail, you'll need a completed Request for DMV Records PDF [ 11 ] MV-15 and a photocopy of your proof of identity.

user: What if I just wait and get it at the DMV, when I renew my license?

assistant: In this case, just mark the blue box on the renewal notice. Be advised, there will be an extra $10 search fee added to your renewal fee.