A driver’s driving record is information maintained in a database controlled by a state’s department of public safety, department of motor vehicles, or similar department or agency. The driver’s driving record generally includes the driver’s name, date of birth, address, license status, list of all accidents, and list of all moving violations on record.

A driver may want to request their driving record to prove to a court the driver is eligible for a driving safety or defensive driving course; to confirm that penalty points on a driver’s license have been removed after completing a driving safety or defensive driving course; or to persuade an insurance company to give the driver a better rate on insurance premiums.

In Arizona, a driver's driving record, also known as a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), is maintained by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) through its Motor Vehicle Division (MVD). This record includes personal information such as the driver's name, date of birth, address, and license status, as well as a history of traffic accidents, moving violations, and points against the driver's license. Drivers in Arizona can request their MVR for various reasons, including providing proof of eligibility for a defensive driving course to a court, verifying the removal of penalty points after course completion, or negotiating better insurance rates. Requests for driving records can be made online, in person, or by mail, and there may be a fee associated with obtaining the record. It's important for drivers to periodically review their MVR to ensure accuracy and to understand how their driving history may affect their driving privileges and insurance premiums.