Updated October 2026 · Reviewed by Billy Forte
You can get a copy of your Delaware driving record in person at any DMV office, online through a MyDMV account, or by mail with a notarized Personal Information Release Form. In person or online, you can choose a 3-year, 5-year or full record. The DMV Fees page lists a Driver’s License Record at $25.00.
Key Facts
- Three ways to order: in person, online through MyDMV, or by mail with a notarized form. See the three ways.
- Three lengths: a 3-year, 5-year or full record in person or online, and a 3-year record by mail. See choosing a record.
- The fee: $25.00 for a Driver’s License Record, per the DMV Fees page. See the cost.
- Online records: a certified copy as a PDF, but not for CDL medical certification. See ordering through MyDMV.
- Points on the record: convictions under the Problem Driver Program, counted in full for 12 months and at half value for 12 more. See points on your record.
Three Ways to Get Your Delaware Driving Record
The DMV driving record page lists three ways to order. The lengths you can choose depend on the way you order.
| Method | How it works | What you need | What you get |
|---|---|---|---|
| In person | Visit any DMV office | A trip to a DMV office | A 3-year, 5-year or full record |
| MyDMV (online) | Buy a certified copy in your MyDMV account | A Delaware driver license, a MyDMV user account and a card | A 3-year, 5-year or full history as a PDF |
| By mail | Mail a request to the DMV | A notarized Personal Information Release Form and a check | A 3-year record |
The online copy has one limit. The DMV record page says, “Online driving record requests cannot be processed for CDL medical certification requirements.” If you need a record for that purpose, ask the DMV which option to use.
What a Delaware DMV Driving Record Costs
The DMV Fees page lists a “Driver’s License Record” at $25.00. That is the only record fee this article gives.
The fee page notes “Updated fees effective October 1, 2025” and “Updated fees effective October 10, 2025.” Fees can change again, so check the fee page before you order.
For MyDMV orders, the DMV record page says to pay by major credit or debit card. The MyDMV FAQ names Mastercard or Visa credit cards.
For mail orders, the record page says to mail a check with the form. Ask a DMV office about payment if you plan to order in person.
Ordering Online Through MyDMV
The online option is for Delaware license holders. The MyDMV driving record FAQ says, “Anyone with a Delaware drivers license who creates a MyDMV user account can purchase a certified copy.”
Here is what the FAQ tells you about the online record:
- You need a MyDMV user account. You create it yourself.
- You choose a length. The FAQ says, “You may choose one of the following options: 3 years, 5 years, or a full history.”
- You pay by card. The FAQ names Mastercard or Visa credit cards.
- You get a PDF. The certified copy comes as a PDF file.
- You can download it again. Records can be downloaded “for up to 90 days after purchase.”
The CDL medical certification limit is on the DMV record page, not in this FAQ.
Ordering by Mail
The DMV record page lists these mail steps:
- Fill out the form. Use the Personal Information Release Form.
- Get it notarized. The form must be notarized or presented at a DMV office.
- Pay the fee. The page says, “Pay fee for a 3 year record.”
- Mail it. Send a check and the form to Division of Motor Vehicles, ATTN: Driver License Administration, P.O. Box 698. The record page gives the full address.
The mail steps describe a 3-year record only. In person and through MyDMV, the DMV offers 5-year and full records too. Check the record page for the current steps before you send anything.
Choosing a 3-Year, 5-Year or Full Record
In person and through MyDMV, the DMV offers three lengths: a 3-year record, a 5-year record and a full record. By mail, the record page describes only the 3-year record. The page does not explain who needs which length.
If someone asked you for a record, ask them which length they want. If you want to check your own points, keep in mind how the DMV counts them. It acts only on convictions within the 24-month period after the offense date.
What Your Record Shows About Points
Your record lists your convictions. The Delaware DMV assigns points to moving violation convictions under its Problem Driver Program in Regulation 2208.
Under section 4.13, points count at full value for the first twelve months from the date of the violation. After that, they count at half value for the next 12 months. The DMV acts only on convictions within the 24-month period following the date of the offense.
To work out where you stand, match each conviction to its point value. Then apply the 12 plus 12 month rule from each violation date.
Our guide on how long points stay on a Delaware license shows worked examples. The Delaware point system guide has the full chart of point values.
Using Your Record to Track DMV Action Levels
Your calculated total is what the DMV uses to decide on action. Under Regulation 2208 section 4.6, the levels in brief are:
- 8 points: an advisory letter.
- 12 points: a Behavior Modification course within 90 days, or a 2-month suspension.
- 14 points and up: a suspension that grows with the total.
Checking your record helps you see how close you are to these levels. Our guide to how many points suspend a Delaware license covers each level in detail.
Defensive Driving Courses on Your Record
A finished defensive driving course approved by the Delaware DMV shows up on your record. The provider reports it, not you. The DMV defensive driving FAQ says, “Your course completion will be electronically loaded to your driving record within 48 hours of completing the course.” By rule, Regulation 2224 gives the provider up to 14 days to report it.
Under Regulation 2208 section 4.2.2, a 3-point credit is entered on the record after the course. It takes effect on the completion date. However, the credit does not lower the points already there.
The DMV Point and Speed System page explains its limits:
- The credit “is only applied to future violations, in certain circumstances.”
- It “does not decrease your overall point values.”
- The course “remains valid for three years from the completion date.”
Our guide on how to get points off your license in Delaware explains what the credit can and cannot do.
Out-of-State Convictions on a Delaware Record
Tickets from other states can appear on your Delaware record. Under Regulation 2208 section 4.4, out-of-state convictions are posted to your Delaware record. Points are assessed “as though the offense was committed in this State.”
So when you read your record, include any out-of-state convictions in your count. They carry Delaware point values.
Records for CDL Holders
Commercial drivers face a few extra rules that affect what their record shows. First, the DMV record page says online record requests cannot be processed for CDL medical certification.
Second, the DMV says the no-points rule for a first minor speeding ticket paid by mail “Only applies to Class D license holders.” It adds that “CDL holders will receive points.”
Third, federal law limits how a CDL conviction can be handled. Under 49 CFR 384.226, a state “must not mask, defer imposition of judgment, or allow an individual to enter into a diversion program” that would keep a CDL holder’s conviction off the driver record.
Questions About Points or Suspensions
The driving record shows your history, but it does not answer every question. For questions about your points, an advisory letter or a suspension, call the DMV’s Driver Improvement section at 302-744-2509.
For questions about a ticket that is still open, contact the court listed on your ticket. A Delaware attorney can advise on your own case.
What We Found on the Official Pages
On the DMV pages we checked on October 28, 2026, three details stood out.
First, the DMV Fees page lists the “Driver’s License Record” at $25.00 and notes fee updates effective October 1 and October 10, 2025. Second, the MyDMV FAQ says the online record comes as a PDF. The CDL medical certification limit is on the DMV record page instead.
Third, the DMV record page names the 3-year, 5-year and full options, but its mail steps name only a 3-year record. It does not say how long a violation stays on the record.
Common Mistakes
Each item below is checked against a DMV page or Regulation 2208:
- Mailing a request without a notary. The DMV page calls for a notarized Personal Information Release Form.
- Using an online record for CDL medical certification. The DMV record page says online requests cannot be processed for that.
- Expecting a full record by mail. The mail steps on the DMV record page describe a 3-year record.
- Ordering online without a Delaware license. The MyDMV FAQ ties online purchase to a Delaware drivers license.
- Reading the 3-point credit as a lower total. It “does not decrease your overall point values.”
- Leaving out-of-state tickets out of your count. They are posted with Delaware points.
- Counting old points at full value. After 12 months, points count at half value.
How Requirements Can Vary
Delaware’s point system, defensive driving course rules and insurance discount come from state law and state regulations (Regulations 2208, 2224 and 607, and section 2503 of Title 18 of the Delaware Code) and apply statewide. How your ticket is handled is up to the court on your ticket. The fines in the Delaware Code do not include court costs and assessments, so the amount due is on your ticket.
Laws, regulations and DMV fees can change. Check your ticket, any DMV letter, the Delaware DMV website and the Delaware Code before you take a course or pay a ticket.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Delaware driving record?
The DMV Fees page lists a Driver’s License Record at $25.00. The page notes fee updates effective in October 2025, so check it before you order.
Can I get my Delaware driving record online?
Yes, if you have a Delaware driver license. Create a MyDMV user account and buy a certified copy with a credit or debit card (the MyDMV FAQ names Mastercard or Visa credit cards). It comes as a PDF.
Can I use an online record for CDL medical certification?
No. The DMV driving record page says online driving record requests cannot be processed for CDL medical certification. Ask the DMV which option to use for that purpose.
What record lengths can I order?
In person or through MyDMV, you can order a 3-year, 5-year or full record. The DMV record page describes mail requests for a 3-year record.
Does my driving record show my points?
Your record lists your convictions, and the DMV assigns points to moving violations under Regulation 2208. To find your calculated total, match each conviction to its value and apply the 12 plus 12 month rule.
Will a defensive driving course show on my record?
Yes. The DMV FAQ says a completed course “will be electronically loaded to your driving record within 48 hours.” The 3-point credit is entered on the record but “does not decrease your overall point values.”
Do out-of-state tickets show on my Delaware record?
Yes. Regulation 2208 section 4.4 says out-of-state convictions are posted to your Delaware record. Points are assessed as though the offense happened in Delaware.
Who do I call with questions about my record or points?
Call the DMV’s Driver Improvement section at 302-744-2509 for questions about points or suspensions.
Conclusion
Your Delaware driving record is available in person or through MyDMV as a 3-year, 5-year or full record, or by mail as a 3-year record. The DMV Fees page lists it at $25.00.
If you need a defensive driving course now, choose one from the DMV’s approved course list. Drivers who want to learn more about the voluntary course can watch for the Delaware defensive driving course at Driving Logic, which is coming soon.
Related Articles
- Delaware Point System: How Driving Points Work
- How Long Do Points Stay on Your License in Delaware?
- How to Get Points Off Your License in Delaware
Sources
- Delaware DMV — Copy of Driving Record
- Delaware DMV — MyDMV Driving Record FAQ
- Delaware DMV — Fees
- 2 DE Admin Code 2208 — Driver Improvement Problem Driver Program
- Delaware DMV — Point and Speed System
- Delaware DMV — Defensive Driving FAQ (PDF)
- 49 CFR § 384.226 — Prohibition on masking convictions
- Delaware DMV — Defensive Driving Courses
Billy Forte is the owner of Driving Logic, an online driver education course provider serving drivers in several U.S. states.
This article is general information, not legal advice. Delaware course rules, point values, fines and penalties depend on your ticket, court, DMV notice and case facts, and they can change. Use official Delaware DMV, Delaware Code and court sources, and consult a qualified Delaware attorney for advice about your own case.