Frequently Asked Questions

Certified driving records are available for purchase online. You can also obtain these reports by mail, in person or by phone.

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The state of Massachusetts does not allow drivers to attend traffic school in order to have their ticket dismissed. However, defensive driving school can be used to remove points from your driving record.

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Your traffic or parking ticket should contain information about where and how to pay it. For example, when it comes to parking infractions, you will be required to pay the ticket to the municipality where your ticket was issued. To pay traffic tickets, however, you have the option to pay for your citation either online or by mail.

If you choose to pay for it online, visit the MA RMV Civil Motor Vehicle Citation page.

Make sure to have a major credit card available for payment. American Express, MasterCard, VISA or Discover as well as an electronic check are accepted.

If you choose to pay for it by mail, you can submit payment to the address below:

Attn: Citation Payment Registry of Motor Vehicles PO Box 55890 Boston, MA 02205-5890

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If an unauthorized individual has accessed your drivers record, you can file a report with the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles by calling their Telephone Center. It is recommended that you contact the RMV so that your information is not accessed illegally ever again.

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The state of Massachusetts provides four ways in which you can obtain your driving record: by mail, phone, in person or online.

By Mail

If you wish to request your driving record by mail, you can submit a written letter to the address below:

Registry of Motor Vehicles Attn: Driving Records Court Records Department PO Box 55889 Boston, MA 02205

Phone

Obtain a copy of your driving record by calling the RMV Telephone Center.

In Person

Visit any RMV office to begin requesting your MA driving record in person. Make sure to have payment readily available.

You can also obtain your driving record online.

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If you would like to try to get your traffic ticket price dismissed, then you will need to appear in court and plead “not guilty.” You also have the option to hire a traffic ticket attorney to help fight your case and have your ticket dismissed.

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If you wish to obtain another individual s DMV driving record, you can do so either by mail, online or in person. However, only certain persons are allow to request the driving record of another. These include the following:

• Insurance company
• Court or government agency (federal, state or local)
• An employer

By Mail

If you wish to request your DMV driving record by mail, you can submit a written letter to the address below:

Registry of Motor Vehicles Attn: Driving Records Court Records Department PO Box 55889 Boston, MA 02205

In Person

If you want to check driving record information in person, simply visit any nearby RMV office. Make sure to have payment readily available.

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The process for reinstating suspended drivers licenses depends on the offense committed. For most violations, you will be required to make an in-person visit at your local RMV office. In some instances, however, you will need to meet with a Hearings Officer instead.

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The Massachusetts RMV point system is what is known as “surchargeable points.” In order to qualify for having surchargeable events removed from your driving record, you must meet the following criteria:

• You must have driving experience for at least three years.
• You last received a surchargeable event over three years ago.
• You have less than three surchargeable events on your record in the past five years.
• If you had any out-of-state infractions, the Merit Board was notified of them.

You may also reduce the number of points on your record by taking a defensive driving course.

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If you have three surchargeable events on your Massachusetts driving record within a two-year period, you will face drivers license suspension. For example, if you have received three speeding tickets within a year, you will face a 30-day suspension.

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In Massachusetts, you are not allowed to attend traffic school in order to have a ticket dismissed. For more information, contact the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles and a driver s license agent will be able to answer any queries about your particular case.

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If you need to retrieve information about your ticket, contact the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles and a driver s license representative will be able to assist you with your matter. If you know the municipality in which you received your traffic fines and ticket, you can also contact the court within that county.

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You will first need to complete your MA DUI suspension period before you can apply to have your driver s license reinstated. In some instances, certain drivers are eligible to obtain a hardship license.

After you have fulfilled all the requirements of your suspension including paying fees and attending an alcohol awareness course you can then proceed to reinstate your license. However, the process will vary depending on the type of conviction you have.

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In Massachusetts, there are two types of DMV driving records:

• Unattested Driving Record Contains driving history information but does not include a validation stamp.
• True and Attested Driving Record Only for official use. Provided on a MA RMV letterhead with a validation stamp.

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Penalties for driving under the influence may consist of everything from court fees, reinstatement fees, jail time, fulfilling your suspension period, completing an alcohol awareness class, etc. The amount you must pay and the presence of additional punishments vary based on the severity of the offense.

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If you are a commercial driver who has been issued traffic fines, by law you will be required to immediately notify your employer of this incident. Depending on the offense you committed, you may also have your drivers license suspended. CDL drivers can lose their driving privileges if you have been convicted for any of the following:

• Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Refusal to take a chemical test
• Hit and run
• Committing a felony with your commercial vehicle

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Your Massachusetts driving record will include details such as:

• Accidents you have been involved in
• Traffic offenses and violations
• Other driving history details

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• If you are under 21, you will have a drivers license suspension if you register a BAC of .02 or greater.
• If you are 21 or older, you will have a drivers license suspension if you register a BAC of .08 or greater.
• If you are a commercial driver, you will have a drivers license suspension if you register a BAC of .04 or greater.

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The fees and fines you will have to pay depend on the offense you have committed. The penalties of a DUI/DWI differ, depending on whether this is your first offense, second offense, third offense, etc. Reinstatement fees vary and can easily range from $50 to $1,200.

Additionally, you must also consider the costs related to hiring a DUI attorney (if you deem it necessary), court fees and the installation of an Ignition Interlock Device, if applicable.

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The cost of traffic ticket will depend on the traffic violation you committed. For more information, it is best to carefully look at your traffic ticket or consult a traffic ticket attorney for further guidance.

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• Unattested Driving Record – $6 fee
• True & Attested Driving Record – $20 fee

The RMV office accepts cash, checks and money orders.

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Your Massachusetts commercial drivers license will automatically be suspended if you are convicted of a DUI. If you drive a commercial vehicle that holds hazardous materials, your license will be suspended for at least three years.

After fulfilling your suspension period, you will then need to meet with a Hearings Officer in order to find out what steps you must take for reinstatement.

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If you are under 21 and receive a DUI citation for the first time, then your license will be suspended for three years. You will be required to complete an alcohol awareness training program as well.

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If your license has been suspended due to driving while intoxicated, there are a few requirements you will have to meet in order to get it reinstated. To begin with, you will need to fulfill your suspension period and pay any necessary fines and fees.

Additionally, you must complete an alcohol awareness program and, in some cases, spend time in jail. After you have met all of these requirements, you will then need to schedule an appointment with a Hearings Officer to have your license reinstated.

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To learn more about ignition interlock devices in Massachusetts and what kind of offenses require the installation of one in your vehicle, visit the MA RMV Melanie’s Law and Ignition Interlock Devices page.

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If you would like to obtain information about your traffic fines and ticket online, then go to the MA RMV Civil Motor Vehicle Citation page. This page will provide you with the details of your citation.

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Your Massachusetts drivers record may not contain the most up-to-date information in terms of a recent traffic ticket. However, if you would like information pertaining to your traffic ticket, visit the MA RMV Civil Motor Vehicle Citation page for further details.

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If you choose to pay traffic fine tickets, you will be admitting guilt and therefore run the risk of having points against your driver s license. You have up to 20 days to decide what to do. If you are uncertain, you can contact a traffic ticket attorney to help you with your individual case.

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Yes, the state of Massachusetts requires all drivers with a DUI conviction to complete an alcohol education course. If you do not complete the required course, you will not be able to reinstate your suspended drivers license.

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