Were you asked to present your driving record to, say, an insurance company or maybe the court?
Have you ever wondered how many points you have on your driving record?
Both situations call for one thing…
You need to get ahold of your driving record.
And today, we’re going to show you how to do that in the State of Idaho. We’re going to give you a complete guide on how to get an Idaho driving record.
On top of that, we’ll also talk about the Idaho point system, as well as how to improve your Idaho driving record.
So let’s begin!
Types of Driving Records in Idaho
In Idaho, there are 2 types of driving records. These are:
- Driver’s license record
- Crash Report
Let’s take a close look at each of these.
Driver’s License Record
The Driver’s License Record (DLR) has your license information and driving history, including tickets, violations, infringements, and suspensions. However, it does not have a record of all the driving accidents you’ve been in.
For this record, you can request a certified or uncertified copy. Certified copies are used for official purposes (presenting it to the court) while uncertified copies are for your personal use (checking your points).
Take note that you’re NOT the only one who can access your DLR. Government agencies, businesses, and insurance companies can request your DLR from the Idaho Transportation Department.
Crash Report
A Crash Report has all the information about accidents and collisions you’ve had since your driver’s license was issued.
Like the DLR, Crash Reports are public records, so anyone can search for them.
How to Get My Driving Record in Idaho
The State of Idaho makes it very easy to get hold of your driving record. You can get it:
- Online
- By mail
- In-person
Let’s see how to get your Idaho driving record through each channel.
How to Get My Idaho Driving Record Online
To get your DLR online, follow these steps:
- Go to the Idaho Transportation Department Portal
- At the bottom of the page, under ‘I am’, pick the option that is applicable to you
- Select your purpose for getting the record
- Fill up the online form regarding your details
- Pay the appropriate fees through a credit/debit card. A 3-year uncertified DLR is $7 while a certified 3-year DLR is $21. NOTE: if you want to purchase a printable copy, the cost is $9.50 for uncertified and $23.50 for certified
- Get your DLR
There! As simple and convenient as that!
How to Get My Idaho Driving Record By Mail
Before we get to the steps, there are a few things you should know about mail requests.
For one, your driving record will be given to you via fax or email. However, if you request a certified DLR, it will be sent via mail only.
Another thing to note. With online requests, you can only get a 3-year record. However, with mail requests, you can get the entire record from the date of license issuance.
That out of the way, here’s how to order your Idaho driving record by mail:
- Print and fill up the Idaho Driver’s License Record Request form
- Attach a check or money order (made payable to the Idaho Transportation Department) to pay the fees:
- Uncertified DLR – $7
- Certified DLR – $21
- Include your personal information and return address on an envelope
- Mail the request to:
Idaho Transportation Department
PO Box 34
Boise ID 83707-0034
- Receive an uncertified record via fax or email and a certified record via mail
How to Get Your Idaho Driving Record In Person
Want a physical copy of your Idaho driving record?
Want to get a record showing your entire driving history?
Then it’s best to request your Idaho driving record at a licensing office near you. H
Here are the steps:
- Print and fill up the Idaho Driver’s License Record Request form before going to the office to save time
- At the office, provide your personal information such as name, birthdate, and license number
- Pay the appropriate fees to get a certified/uncertified copy. Remember, an uncertified copy is $7 and a certified copy is $21
- Get your DLR
Sure, it’s not as convenient as requesting online, but it’s still SUPER easy.
How to Get Someone Else’s Driving Record in Idaho
As we said earlier, several people or agencies can request your driving record, namely:
- Government agencies
- Attorneys, law agencies, and criminal agencies
- Insurance companies
- Future employers
There are 2 ways for third parties to get a copy of your DLR – online and in person.
For online requests, follow these steps:
- At the bottom of the page, under ‘I am’, pick the option that is applicable to you
- If you choose ‘On Official Business’ or ‘An Authorized Subscriber’, you need to create an account to access the records
- Once you log in, search for the DLR you’re looking for and pay the fees
For in-person transactions, here’s how it’s done:
- Print and fill up the Idaho Driver’s License Record Request form
- Read the request form for any documents you need to bring, depending on the purpose of the driving record
- Go to a DMV licensing office and submit the documents
- Provide authorization to access an individual’s DLR
- Pay the appropriate fees to get a certified/uncertified copy
How to Get An Idaho Crash Report
Crash Reports are only available online. Here’s how you can get a copy:
- Fill up the search fields for identifiers of the record you want to view
- To view the PDF file, you need to download a PDF reader
- If you want to download the file, purchase it for $9 through the website
Understanding the Point System in Idaho
As you already know, your driving record will contain your driving history – this includes the points that you’ve accumulated.
In general, you are given 1-4 points for violations. More severe violations will have 4 points and other sanctions given by the Court.
If you accumulate a certain number of points, your license will be suspended. Here are the suspension periods:
- 12-17 points accumulated in 1 year: 30-day suspension
- 18-23 points accumulated in 2 years: 90-day suspension
- 24 points and above accumulated in 3 years: 6-month suspension
It’s important that you know how many points you’ve accumulated in a certain period so you can reduce the points on your record.
How to Improve Your Idaho Driving Record
Can you reduce points on your Idaho driving record?
Yes, you can!
In Idaho, you can remove up to 3 points on your driving record every 3 years if, and only if, the Court allows you to do so. So, if you plan to reduce your points, make sure to ask the Court.
If the Court allows it, you need to complete a defensive driving course.
A defensive driving course can also remove a traffic violation and reduce your insurance premiums.
Conclusion
And that was your complete guide on how to get an Idaho driving record.
As you can see, getting hold of your DLR or Crash Report is super easy. This is thanks to the different channels you can get it, either online, by mail, or at a licensing office.
So if you need to get hold of your Idaho driving record, for whatever reason, what are you waiting for?
Now that you know what to do, go ahead and get it.
It won’t take more than a few minutes.