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 Minnesota, a driver's driving record, also known as a driving abstract, is maintained by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS), specifically through its Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) division. This record includes the driver's personal information such as name, date of birth, address, and license status, as well as a history of traffic accidents, moving violations, and other driving-related incidents. Drivers in Minnesota can request a copy of their driving record for various reasons, including to provide evidence of eligibility for a driving safety or defensive driving course, to verify the removal of penalty points after course completion, or to potentially obtain lower insurance premiums. The process for obtaining a driving record in Minnesota typically involves submitting a request form and paying a fee to the DVS. The record can be requested in person, by mail, or online, depending on the services provided by the state at the time of the request.