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 Maryland, a driver's driving record, also known as a driving history or motor vehicle record (MVR), is maintained by the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA). This record includes the driver's personal information such as name, date of birth, address, and license status, as well as a comprehensive list of all accidents and moving violations. Drivers in Maryland may 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 points from their license after course completion, or to negotiate better insurance premium rates. The process for obtaining a driving record in Maryland can typically be done online, by mail, or in person at an MDOT MVA office. It's important to note that there may be a fee associated with the request, and the driver may choose between obtaining a certified or non-certified record, depending on the intended use.