Lilah Butler, Car Insurance Writer
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You can check your driving record in Florida by going to the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles website and either logging into your MyDMV account or creating one. Once you have logged in, you can request a copy of your driving record to be delivered to you electronically.
Purchasing a copy of your driving record in Florida costs $8 for a 3-year copy or $10 for a 7-year, complete, or certified copy. Taxes and fees may also apply in some situations. You will need to provide your full name, address, date of birth, driver's license number, and phone number.
How to Check Your Driving Record in Florida
- Go to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles website.
- Log into your MyDMV account or create one.
- Fill out the online form with your personal information.
- Pay the $8 to $10 fee to get your driving record sent to you electronically.
Florida also lets you purchase your driving record by mail if you complete this request form and mail the form along with a check or money order to Bureau of Records, 2900 Apalachee Parkway, Mail Stop 52, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0575. In addition, you can get the record in person at a license service center, a clerk of court office that provides this service, or a private vendor. You should receive your driving record in the mail two weeks after your request has been received, or immediately if requesting it in person.
Florida allows residents to check the status of their driver's license for free online, as well. A driver's license check does not provide your driving record but will allow you to see whether your license is currently valid.
Why You Might Need a Florida Driving Record
Driving records are important for insurance purposes because car insurance companies charge higher premiums for customers with a history of violations or accidents. For instance, a single speeding ticket increases premiums by an average of 29% in Florida. Checking your driving record can help you verify that the information is correct.
It's also a good idea to see when a violation occurred because insurance companies generally look at the past three to five years of your driving record. Once insurance companies stop taking the violation into account, you should compare quotes again to be sure you're still getting the best rate on the coverage you need.
For more information, check out WalletHub's guides to driving record checks and driver's license points.
People also ask
How much car insurance do I need in Florida?
Florida law requires you to have $10,000 in coverage for other people’s property damage when you are at fault. Florida also requires $10,000 in personal injury protection (PIP) to cover medical expenses for you and your passengers after an accident.
How Much Car Insurance Drivers Need in Florida
| Coverage Type | Minimum Coverage Limit |
| Property Damage Liability | $10,000 |
| ... | $10,000 |
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