Reader’s Question:

I just want to how I may be able to know if my teenager has received any ticket or traffic violation. We live in Georgia.

Erica

Good Question Erica.

Theres a lot of ways to get a copy of your own driving record or driving history in Georgia. In Georgia to get your child’s driving record you will need their authorization. Given the permission, you may be able to check their records online, in person or you may request in through the mail.

To get a non-certified copy of the child’s MVR online you will need his or her permission as well as:

1. Driver’s License Number
2. Date of Birth
3. Password (this can be set up by request online with the GA Department of Driver Services website)

You may purchase the Georgia Driving Report in person at any GA Department of Driver Services customer service center area. You will be required for proper identification and the cost is $5.00 for a 3 year record and $7.00 for a 7 year record. If you are getting a driving record other than your own, you will need the following:

1. A notarized authorization form from the licensee naming you to receive record.
2. the licensee’s full name, date of birth and driver license number.
3. you will also need to provide proper identification.

You may want to contact the Georgia Department of Driver Services to get information if there is any way to verify the MVR without their permission. There might be a way to find this out since you are a parent to a minor.

Goodluck!

MariCAR