Top A Matter of Public Record

In Wisconsin, your driving record is a matter of public record―to an extent, anyway. They are provided for free to various government agencies and courts, and can be provided to employers, prospective employers, insurance carriers, school bus contractors and to the general public for a fee.

Top Check Your Driver's License Status

Like all public records maintained in a large database, accidents can and do happen. Much like many people request a copy of their credit reports once a year, just to check for accuracy, it is a good idea to request a copy of your driving record so that you may do the same. Errors on your record could be costing you money in increased insurance rates, and could even cost you a job, depending on the error.

You can also check the current status of your driver's license online or, if you just want to check the number of points against your license, you can call the 24 hour automated number at (608) 264-7133 for a recorded message. Just follow the prompts.

Top What a Driving Record Contains

Your driving record, otherwise known as a driving abstract, shows your driving history for the past five years. Some very serious offenses and any alcohol-related offenses (if you were convicted) will stay on your record for a minimum of 10 years and in some cases, permanently.

Top Requesting Your Driving Record

Right now, there is no public counter where you may go in person to request a copy of your driving record. However, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) has made it easy for you to make a record request, your own or another's, via telephone or by U.S. Postal service.

Request By Mail

• Download, print, and complete a Vehicle/Driver Record Information Request form, which is available online using the free Adobe Reader.

• Mail it, along with a check or money order in the amount of $5 for non-certified driving records and $10 for certified driving records to:

• Wisconsin Department of Transportation

• P.O. Box 7995

• Madison, WI 53707-7995

Request by Phone

To obtain a copy of your driving abstract by telephone, do the following:

• Call the 24 hour automated service line at (608) 261-2566.

• Follow the prompts to enter your Social Security number or your Wisconsin driver's license number.

• Listen to the whole message and follow any prompts as indicated. If you do not follow the entire message through to the end, your request will not be processed.

• Your driving record, along with a bill, will be mailed to you on the following business day.

Third-party Orders

Third-party businesses, such as the one at the top of this page, also offer services where you can readily order a copy of your driving record.

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