The New York Request Form is a document used to obtain certified DMV records. Whether you need your own driving history or someone else's, this form outlines the steps necessary to make your request. To start the process, fill out the form by clicking the button below.
The New York Request Form is an essential tool for individuals seeking access to certified DMV records, whether for personal use or on behalf of another person. This form outlines the specific steps necessary to obtain driving abstracts, vehicle registration information, and other vital records from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. When completing the form, requestors must provide their name and address, specify the type of records they wish to obtain, and include acceptable payment methods. Additionally, identification verification is crucial; applicants must submit a photocopy of their driver’s license or a government-issued ID, or have their signature notarized. For those requesting records on behalf of another individual, certain permissible uses must be checked and certified. Notably, exemptions from fees apply to government agencies and specific organizations under certain conditions. This comprehensive approach ensures that the privacy of individuals is respected while facilitating access to important information.
REQUEST FOR CERTIFIED DMV RECORDS
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ORDERING YOUR OWN DMV RECORD
To order your own DMV record, but not a title record, use this checklist to complete all of the requirements listed below. (Read about title records in the note at the bottom of this section.) You must:
Provide the name and address of where to send your record(s) in Step 1 .
Provide your name, address and signature in Step 2 .
Check the box next to each type of record that you want and provide as much search information as possible in Step 3 .
Enclose an acceptable form of payment according to the instructions in Step 4 .
Include a photocopy of your driver license or government-issued identification card with this request form or have your signature notarized in Step 5 .
NOTE: Sometimes, title (vin) abstracts may contain the names of other individuals, so you must check one or more of the permissible uses that are listed and sign the certification in Step 5 .
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ORDERING ANOTHER PERSON’S DMV RECORD
To order another person’s DMV record, use this checklist to complete all of the requirements listed below. You must:
Provide the name and address of where to send the record(s) in Step 1 .
Provide your name and address in Step 2 .
Have one or more of the permissible uses described in Step 5 . Check all of the permissible uses that apply and sign the certification.
Include a photocopy of your driver license or government-issued identification card with this request form or have your
signature notarized in Step 5 .
Exemption from fees: Government Agencies; public officers, boards or bodies; volunteer fire companies and ambulance services; legal aid bureaus or societies or any private entity acting pursuant to NY County Law § 722 are exempt as long as the Agency identifies themselves, that the records being requested are for business use, and the records are mailed to the requesting Agency’s business address.
Exemption cannot be used to obtain your own personal records, or V&T Law Books.
MAIL YOUR completed MV-15 form, payment, and identification to:
NYS DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES, MV-15 PROCESSING, 6 EMPIRE STATE PLAZA, ALBANY NY 12228
DO NOT STAPLE
Your return receipt
STEP 1
DMV OFFICE USE ONLY
No record
ABS___ HIS___ TCK___ SUS___ INS___
$_____
Abstract(s)
Life___
Stnd___
Reg___ Ttl___
Ins___
History ADD___
REG___
Print/Type name and mailing address where the
Ticket(s)/Disposition(s) _________________________
records will be mailed
Suspensions/Revocations
Lic___ Reg___
Name
Address1
TOTAL FEE
$
Address2
Initials ____________
City,
Date ____________
Amount Received
State,
Zip
FT # ____________
REFUND (IF ANY)
MV-15 (1/21)
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STEP 2 REQUESTOR’S INFORMATION
LAST NAME
FIRST
M.I.
ADDRESS WHERE YOU GET YOUR MAIL (INCLUDE STREET & NO.)
APT #
CITY
STATE
ZIP CODE
SIGNATURE
EMAIL ADDRESS
X
DAYTIME PHONE NUMBER (REQUIRED):
o Check here if the mailing address you provided in Step 1 is different from the requestor’s address.
oCheck here to have your certified records sent electronically. Print or type your email address below. Records sent electronically WILL NOT be mailed.
STEP 3 CHECK THE BOX NEXT TO EACH TYPE OF RECORD THAT YOU WANT (SEARCH INFORMATION REQUIRED)
Provide as much search information as you know about the record(s) you are requesting.
DATE OF BIRTH
SEX
N.Y. DRIVER OR NON-DRIVER ID #
MAILING ADDRESS (INCLUDE STREET & NO.)
TICKET NUMBER of SUSPENSION ORDER NUMBER
DATE OF VIOLATION
OFFENSE
# of copies
Fee
Total
LICENSE
o DRIVING ABSTRACT (displays records for the last 4 years) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
o DRIVING RECORD HISTORY* (referred to as “LIFETIME ABSTRACT”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
*DMV can only provide this type of abstract to the individual whose name is on the record. Examples of when this may be required include: background checks, bar exam, applicants for a license in U.S. or Canada, and an attorney reviewing client’s entire record.
*If your lawyer, court personnel or someone other than YOU is requesting your Lifetime abstract, they must include form MV-15GC. Go to dmv.ny.gov to get the form.
*Note - this history does not always include information that dates back to when a person was originally granted driving privileges. Some information is purged, as required by law.
x $10 each = $
0
REGISTRATION / OWNER
o ADDRESS HISTORY (only your own address history)
x
$10 each
=
o TICKET DISPOSITION* (includes photocopy of ticket or copy of electronic record)
*DMV does not retain parking tickets - contact city, town or village
o DRIVER LICENSE REVOCATION/SUSPENSION ORDER
IF YOU WANT MORE THAN ONE TICKET, DISPOSITION, OR SUSPENSION ORDER, PLEASE ATTACH A LIST AND INCLUDE $10 FOR EACH ONE
OR
PLATE
YEAR
MAKE
MODEL
VIN #
# of copies Fee
o INSURANCE INFORMATION SEARCH/ACTIVITY REPORT
. .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
x $10 each
= $
o If crash/accident related, please include date of crash/accident
o LIST OF AN INDIVIDUAL’S CURRENT AND PREVIOUS VEHICLE REGISTRATION (PLATES) (if available)
o VEHICLE REGISTRATION (PLATE) ABSTRACT
o VEHICLE REGISTRATION SUSPENSION ORDER
o VEHICLE TITLE (VIN) ABSTRACT (Owner - only includes active lien information)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IF YOU WANT MORE THAN ONE PLATE, VIN ABSTRACT OR SUSPENSION ORDER, PLEASE ATTACH A LIST AND INCLUDE $10 FOR EACH ONE
Please calculate the total for each of the items you want and enter the total here
TO TA L D U E $ 0
STEP 4
PAYMENT METHOD - DO NOT SEND CASH
lMake checks payable to the “Commissioner of Motor Vehicles”
lPlease remember to SIGN YOUR CHECK
lNo starter checks
lUS Funds only
o Check
o Money Order o Exempt
o DMV Debit account number
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STEP 5 PERMISSIBLE USE(S) & CERTIFICATION
Driver Privacy Protection Act: The Federal Driver’s Privacy Protection Act (DPPA) (18 U.S.C. §2721.et seq.) (“DPPA”) regulates access to Motor Vehicles records. Recipient hereby certifies that the information provided hereunder by DMV shall be used solely for the following purpose(s).
(Recipient must check all that apply.)
1.Use in any civil, criminal, administrative, or arbitral proceeding in any court or agency, including the service of process, investigation in anticipation of litigation, and the execution or enforcement of judgments and orders or pursuant to a court order. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(4))
2.Use by an insurer or insurance support organization or self-insured entity in claims investigations, anti-fraud activities, rating or underwriting activities. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(6))
3.Use in providing notice to the owners of towed or impounded vehicles. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(7))
4.Use by an employer, its agent or insurer to obtain information relating to the holder of a commercial driver's license required under Chapter 313 of Title 49 of the U.S.C. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(9))
5.For use in the normal course of business by a legitimate business or its agents, employees, or contractors, but only-
(A)to verify the accuracy of personal information submitted by the individual to the business or its agents, employees, or contractors; (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(3)(A)) and
(B)if such information as so submitted is not correct or is no longer correct, to obtain the correct information, but only for the purposes of preventing fraud by, pursuing legal remedies against, or recovering on a debt or security interest against, the individual. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(3)(B))
6.Use required under NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law, Article 19A - Special Requirements for Bus Drivers. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(14))
7.Use required under NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law, Article 19B - Special Requirements for Commercial Motor Carriers.
(18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(14))
8.Use by any government agency, including any court or law enforcement agency, in carrying out its functions. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(1))
9.Use by any private person or entity acting on behalf of a federal, state, or local agency in carrying out its functions. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(1))
10.Use in matters of motor vehicle or driver safety. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(2))
11.Use in matters of motor vehicle theft. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(2))
12.Use in matters of motor vehicle emissions. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(2))
13.Use in matters of motor vehicle product alterations, recalls or advisories. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(2))
14.Use in performance monitoring of motor vehicles, motor vehicle parts and dealers. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(2))
15.Use in motor vehicle market research activities, including survey research. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(2))
16.Use in removal of non-owner records from the original owner records of motor vehicle manufacturers. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(2))
17.Use in the operation of private toll transportation facilities. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(10))
18.For use by any requester, if the requester demonstrates it has obtained the written consent of the individual to whom the information pertains. (May use form MV-15GC). (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(13))
19.Use specifically authorized under NYS law, IF such use is related to the operation of a motor vehicle or public safety.
Cite the specific NYS law here:
20.Use in research activities and in producing statistical reports, as long as the personal information is not published, disclosed or used to contact individuals. (18 U.S.C. §2721 (b)(5))
To knowingly make a false statement or conceal a material fact in this written statement may be punishable as a criminal offense. In addition, anyone who makes false representation to obtain any personal information from an individual’s Motor Vehicles record is subject to federal criminal fines under the Driver’s Privacy Protection Act (DPPA).
YOU MUST ATTACH A COPY OF YOUR ID.
I certify that I have read the Drivers Privacy Protection Act (18 U.S.C. Sec 2721 et seq.) and will comply fully with the terms of such law. I also agree to defend, hold harmless and indemnify DMV from all actions brought against DMV, or damages alleged against DMV, for my negligent, improper or unauthorized use or dissemination of the information provided by the DMV.
I certify that if I receive or have access to records or information from the DMV, I shall not (i) use such records or information for civil immigration purposes or (ii) disclose such records or information to any agency that primarily enforces immigration law, such as U.S. immigration and customs enforcement and U.S. customs and border protection, or to any employee or agent of any such agency unless such disclosure is pursuant to a cooperative arrangement between city, state and federal agencies which does not enforce immigration law and which disclosure is limited to the specific records or information being sought pursuant to such arrangement. I certify that, in addition to the requirements of 18 USC 2721(c), I shall keep for a period of five years records of all uses and identifying each person or entity that primarily enforces immigration law that received department records or information from such certifying person or entity. I shall maintain the records in a manner and form prescribed by the commissioner, and I shall make them available for inspection upon the commissioner’s request.
Signature X
Print Name
Date:
PLEASE DO NOT STAPLE
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Completing the New York Request form requires careful attention to detail. After filling out the form, you will need to submit it along with the required payment and identification to the appropriate DMV office. Ensure that all sections are accurately completed to avoid delays in processing your request.
Once you have completed these steps, mail your form, payment, and identification to the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles at the specified address. Be sure not to staple any documents together.
The New York Request Form is a document used to request certified records from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Individuals can use this form to obtain their own driving records or the records of another person, provided they meet certain conditions.
To order your own DMV record, follow these steps:
Make sure to check the permissible uses if you are requesting a title record.
Yes, you can request another person’s DMV record, but you must meet specific requirements. You need to:
It is crucial to ensure that you have a valid reason for requesting someone else's records.
You can pay using a check or money order made out to the “Commissioner of Motor Vehicles.” Cash is not accepted. Make sure to sign your check and avoid using starter checks. Payments should be in U.S. funds only.
Failure to include a photocopy of your driver’s license or government-issued ID, or to have your signature notarized, may result in the rejection of your request. Identification is necessary to verify your identity and protect the privacy of the records.
Yes, certain government agencies, public officers, volunteer fire companies, and legal aid bureaus are exempt from fees when requesting records for business use. However, this exemption does not apply to requests for personal records.
The processing time for DMV records can vary. Generally, it takes a few weeks, but it can take longer depending on the volume of requests. To ensure timely processing, make sure your request is complete and includes all required information.
You can request various types of records, including:
Each type of record may have specific requirements, so be sure to check the form carefully.
Mail your completed MV-15 form, payment, and identification to:
NYS Department of Motor Vehicles MV-15 Processing 6 Empire State Plaza Albany, NY 12228
Remember, do not staple your documents together.
Missing Recipient Information: Failing to provide the name and address where the records should be sent can delay the processing of your request.
Incomplete Requestor Information: Not filling out your own name, address, and signature can result in rejection of your form.
Neglecting Record Type Selection: Forgetting to check the box next to the types of records you want can lead to receiving incomplete information.
Insufficient Payment: Failing to enclose the correct payment amount can cause your request to be returned or delayed.
Not Including Identification: Omitting a photocopy of your driver’s license or government-issued ID can result in processing issues.
Ignoring Notarization Requirements: If you are submitting a request for another person’s records, not having your signature notarized can lead to complications.
Overlooking Permissible Uses: Not checking the applicable permissible uses for requesting another person's record can invalidate your request.
Using Ineligible Payment Methods: Sending cash or starter checks is not allowed and can result in your request being rejected.
Failure to Sign: Not signing the form can halt the entire process, as your signature is required for validation.
When navigating the process of obtaining certified DMV records in New York, there are several additional forms and documents that may be necessary or helpful. Each of these documents serves a specific purpose, ensuring that requests are processed smoothly and in compliance with relevant regulations. Understanding these forms can make the process more manageable and efficient.
By familiarizing yourself with these forms and documents, you can ensure that your request for DMV records is complete and compliant. This knowledge not only streamlines the process but also protects your rights and privacy. Always remember to double-check that all required information is included before submitting your request to avoid unnecessary delays.
The New York Request form for DMV records is similar to a driver's license application form. Both documents require personal information such as the applicant's name, address, and date of birth. Additionally, both forms often necessitate a signature to verify the information provided. The driver's license application form also includes sections for identification verification, which aligns with the DMV record request’s requirement for a government-issued ID.
Another document that resembles the New York Request form is the vehicle registration application. This form, like the DMV record request, requires the applicant to provide their name and address. Both forms also involve a fee payment, ensuring that the processing of the request is covered. Furthermore, they both require the submission of identification to confirm the applicant's identity.
The request for a criminal background check shares similarities with the New York Request form. Both documents require individuals to provide personal details, including their full name and date of birth. Additionally, both forms often involve a certification section where the requester must affirm that the information will be used for legitimate purposes. Payment is also a common requirement in both cases.
A request for a vital record, such as a birth or death certificate, is another document similar to the New York Request form. Each requires the requester to submit identifying information about themselves and the individual whose record is being requested. Both forms typically require a signature and may ask for a notarized statement to ensure the authenticity of the request.
The application for a passport is comparable to the New York Request form in that it requires personal information and identification. Both forms necessitate a signature to confirm the accuracy of the details provided. Additionally, they include a payment section to cover processing fees. The need for verification of identity is a critical element shared by both documents.
The form for requesting public records, often used for accessing government documents, is similar to the New York Request form. Both require individuals to provide their name and contact information. They also necessitate a clear statement of the records being requested and often require a fee. The requestor must confirm their purpose for accessing the information in both instances.
A request for educational records, such as transcripts, also mirrors the New York Request form. Both documents require personal information, including the requestor's name and contact details. They also involve a verification process, where identification must be provided to authenticate the request. Payment for processing may be required in both cases as well.
The insurance claim form shares similarities with the New York Request form. Both documents require detailed personal information and often ask for identification to verify the requestor's identity. Each form includes a section for the purpose of the request, and both typically require a signature to confirm the information provided is accurate. Payment may also be involved in processing claims or requests.
The application for a business license is another document akin to the New York Request form. Both require the applicant to submit their name, address, and other identifying details. The forms often include a certification section where the applicant must affirm the accuracy of their information. Additionally, both documents typically require a fee to process the application.
Lastly, a request for a court record, such as a case file, is similar to the New York Request form. Both documents require the requester to provide personal information and specify the records they wish to access. Each form typically includes a section for payment and may require identification to ensure the legitimacy of the request. The certification of purpose is also a common requirement in both cases.
When filling out the New York Request form for DMV records, it is essential to follow specific guidelines to ensure a smooth process. Here are five things you should and shouldn’t do:
By adhering to these guidelines, you can help ensure that your request is processed efficiently and accurately.
Many believe they can request any DMV record without restrictions. In reality, the form specifically distinguishes between requesting your own records and those of another person, each with different requirements.
Some think they can submit the request without any ID. However, a photocopy of your driver’s license or a government-issued ID is mandatory for both personal and third-party requests.
While government agencies may be exempt from fees, they still need to identify themselves and confirm that the records are for business use. This exemption does not apply to personal records.
Some assume that opting for electronic delivery is straightforward. You must check the appropriate box on the form and provide your email address for this option to work.
People often think they can obtain a lifetime driving record without any conditions. In fact, this type of abstract can only be requested by the individual named on the record.
Many believe they can request unlimited records. The form specifies that if you want more than one ticket disposition or suspension order, you must attach a list and include the appropriate fees.
Some think they can use the records for any reason. The form requires you to check specific permissible uses, and using the information outside these purposes is prohibited.
People often believe notarization is necessary for all requests. It is only required if you do not include a photocopy of your ID with the request.
Some individuals assume cash payments are acceptable. The instructions clearly state that cash should not be sent; checks or money orders are required instead.
Many think stapling their documents is fine. However, the instructions explicitly advise against stapling the form and accompanying documents.
When filling out and using the New York Request form for DMV records, keep these key takeaways in mind:
By following these guidelines, you can streamline the process and ensure your request is handled efficiently.