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 Alaska, a driver's driving record is maintained by the Alaska Department of Administration, Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). This record, also known as a driving abstract, 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 points accumulated due to traffic offenses. Drivers in Alaska can request their driving records for various reasons, including providing proof of eligibility for a driving safety or defensive driving course to a court, verifying the removal of penalty points after course completion, or negotiating better insurance premium rates. The process for obtaining a driving record in Alaska typically involves submitting a request form and paying a fee to the DMV. It's important for drivers to periodically review their driving records to ensure accuracy and to address any discrepancies that may affect their driving privileges or insurance rates.