How to Get my own lifetime driving record
What is a "lifetime" driving record?
See an explanation of "lifetime" driving records [1] issued by the New York DMV.
How do I get a “lifetime” driving record?
Online
You can save and print a PDF version of your "lifetime" driving record online through MyDMV. You will have until 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.
Make sure your computer and web browser have all recent updates to avoid problems downloading your record [2].
See the Records Request Navigator [4] if you do not have:
- a New York State license, permit, or non-driver ID or
- your most recent New York State license, permit, or non-driver ID 1 [5]
Allow 5 business days for processing requests made through the Navigator.
Can I get my “lifetime" driving record by phone or at a DMV office?
No. You may only request your “lifetime" driving record online, or by mail-order using the Request for DMV Records (MV-15) form. Find DMV forms [6].
Can I get another person's “lifetime" driving record?
Yes, but only online through the Records Request Navigator [4], or by mail using the Request for DMV Records (MV-15) and General Consent for Release of Personal Information (MV-15GC) forms. Find DMV forms [6].
Topic:
- DMV Records [7]