Driving Records in Colorado

Instantly Order Your Own CO Driving Record Online

Online Driving Records Vs. Certified Driving Records

Your driving record, also known as a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), is a public record. In CO, it contains driving history info for the past seven years. Drivers can easily obtain their driving records online through independent vendors. You can also request a certified driving record in person or by mail through the Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles.

Order Your Own Driver Abstract Through The CO DMV

You can order driving records via the DMV by either going to a driver license office that provides reinstatement service or by sending a signed written request with your license number, full name and date of birth to any of these same centers.

In person you can only get a non-certified copy. The only office that does supply certified copies is listed below. Be sure to determine whether you are requesting a certified or non-certified copy.

• Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles

• Driving Records

• 1881 Pierce Street

• Lakewood, CO 80214

Order The Driving Record Of Another Individual Through The CO DMV

Employers and those involved in a pending court case might be permitted to obtain the driving record of another driver. To do so, complete a Requestor Release and Affidavit of Intended Use and submit it to the CO DMV.

Reasons To Order A Driver Record

Often times motorists want to review their driving history to confirm a suspended license or check their drivers license status. The most common reasons to order a driving record include:

• Check drivers license status and license suspension

• Check drivers license points and violation codes

• Check traffic tickets, violations and fines

• Check auto accidents

• Check driver license classification and endorsements

How Driving History Affects Auto Insurance Rates

Car insurance companies factor in driving history when determining your car insurance premium. If your driving record reflects any traffic tickets, auto accidents, DUI or DWI convictions, an insurance agent could consider you a high-risk driver. The higher the risk, the higher the rate. To learn more and to find out how to lower car insurance rates, check out our Insurance Center article titled How Driving Record Points Affect Auto Insurance Rates.

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