Copies of driving records (driver license abstracts) may only be obtained by qualified individuals.  License agency customers may purchase driving records for themselves; for others, upon written consent; and for other individuals who qualify to receive driving record information.

A driver license abstract contains an individual's three-year record of violations and accidents.

Form BMV 5713 (Driver Abstract Request) must be completed in order to receive a driver license record.  This form can be obtained at the Akron License Bureau, or any local deputy registrar license agency location.

An individual inquiring regarding himself or herself:

(Complete Part A) If inquiring in person for information on yourself, you must provide personal information regarding yourself and prove your identity by presenting your driver license or identification card.

An individual inquiring regarding another person:

(Complete Parts A and B) If inquiring regarding another individual, you must attach a notarized form BMV 5008 - Notarized Written Consent Release of Personal Information granting the written consent of the person.

Other:

Check applicable reason for request on back of form BMV 5713 (Driver Abstract Request) and present all required identification and complete Parts A and B.

There is a fee of $5.50 for each driving record request.  This cost includes information returned on a driving record request that does not match the information provided or is not found in the computer database.