Obtaining NJ Driver’s license
abstract MVC
Always obtain lifetime abstract,
not just 5 year abstract
http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/pdf/Licenses/DO-21.pdf
A certified 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 official record of these events.
Permitted Users of Driver History
Record Abstracts
There are a number of authorized users who may request
a certified driver history record abstract from the Motor Vehicle Commission
(MVC). Permitted users include:
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.
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.
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.
Requesting a Certified Driver History
Record Abstract
For your convenience, there are three easy ways to
obtain a certified Driver History Abstract for $15:
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 certified 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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Online*
(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.
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 first event takes place in (17) in Atlantic County (A) Margate
City Municipal Court.
A code for the kind of occurrence.
The codes are listed on the back of the abstract form.
In the example, the first event is a traffic violation (V).
The MVC reference code used to uniquely identify
specific events, it is the numerical or alphabetical equivalent of the event
description (l). In the example, the first event is for Operating Under the
Influence of Drugs or Alcohol (0450).
(j) The Event Responsibility
(k) The Event Type
(l) The Event Identifier
(m) The Event Description
A written description of the event, which explains the
event identifier.
(n) Total Numerical Points
Points assessed for violations are noted and accumulated
until a point reduction is awarded for violation free driving.
The date the occurrence is entered on the driver
record by the MVC (not the date on which the event occurred).
The seal is included on a certified abstract only and
appears as a watermark in the center of the document or impression in paper.
(o) The Posting Date
(p) New Jersey State Seal
(q) Chief Administrator’s Signature
This is included only on a certified abstract and is
located on the bot- tom right-hand side of the abstract.
