How to Check Your Texas Driving Record Online

November 4, 2025
5 Min Read

Whether you’re applying for a new job, fighting a traffic ticket, or checking your insurance rates, your Texas Driving Record is your official history. It’s a complete log of all your driving-related activity.

Many people search for how to “check points on a license in Texas.” This guide will clear up that myth, show you the correct (and fastest) way to get your official record online, and explain the free tool to check your license status if you’re facing a suspension.

Does Texas Have a Driver’s License Point System?

No. Texas does not have a point system.

The old “Driver Responsibility Program (DRP),” which assigned points and surcharges, was fully repealed in 2019.

This is the most important fact to know. Your license is no longer suspended for accumulating “points.” Instead, the state tracks convictions. Suspensions are now based on specific offenses (like a DWI or driving without insurance) or on having too many moving violations in a short period (a “Habitual Violator”).

While your insurance company may use its own private “point system” to set your rates, the Texas DPS does not.

How to Order Your Texas Driving Record Online (The Fastest Way)

This is the official, fastest, and most common method to get a copy of your record.

  1. Go to the Official Portal: Navigate to the official Texas.gov website for ordering driver’s records.
  2. Select Your Record Type: You must choose which record you need. The most common are:
    • Type 1 (Status Record): A simple, $4.00 record that shows your license status and any suspensions.
    • Type 2 (3-Year History): The standard $6.00 record for insurance quotes. It shows your 3-year history of crashes and moving violations.
    • Type 3A (Certified List): The $10.00 “certified” record for court or legal purposes. It lists all crashes and convictions.
  3. Enter Your Information: You will need:
    • Your Texas Driver’s License (DL) or ID card number.
    • Your Date of Birth.
    • The last 4 digits of your Social Security Number.
    • The “Audit Number” from your most recently issued driver’s license. (This is the 6-8 digit number at the bottom of your card. If you have lost your card, you cannot use the online system).
  4. Pay the Fee: Pay the required fee ($4.00 – $10.00) with a valid credit or debit card.
  5. Download and Print: You will be able to immediately download and print your record as a PDF.

How to Order Your Driving Record by Mail

If you have lost your license and cannot provide the “Audit Number” for the online system, the mail-in process is your best option.

  1. Download the Correct Form: You must complete the Application for Copy of Driver Record (Form DR-1). (Do not use the “VTR-275” form, which is for vehicle records, not driver records).
  2. Complete the Form: Fill out all required sections. You will have to choose which type of record you want (e.g., Type 3A for $10).
  3. Mail the Form and Fee: Send the completed DR-1 form, along with a check or money order payable to the “Texas Department of Public Safety,” to the address listed on the form:Texas Department of Public Safety PO Box 149008 Austin, TX 78714-9008
  4. Wait for Delivery: The DPS will process your request and mail your official record to your address on file. This can take 2-3 weeks.

The FREE Way: How to Check Your License Status

If your main question is “Am I suspended?” you do not need to pay for a record. You can use the DPS’s free “License Eligibility” tool.

This is the most important tool if you are trying to reinstate your license.

  1. Visit the official Texas DPS License Eligibility website.
  2. Enter your Driver’s License (or ID) Number, Date of Birth, and the last 4 digits of your SSN.
  3. The system will show you your license status (e.g., “Eligible” or “Not Eligible”).
  4. If you are “Not Eligible” (suspended), it will display a checklist of all compliance items you must complete, such as paying fees or filing an SR-22. This is your official “to-do list” to get your license back.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is a “certified copy of a driver’s license?

This is a common confusion. You cannot get a “certified copy” of your license card. You can get a certified copy of your driver’s record (Type 3A or Type AR). The section in your original article about the “Secretary of State” is incorrect; that office handles business documents, not driver’s licenses.

I never received a notice about a suspension. Why?

This almost always means your address on file with the DPS is old. You are required by law to update it within 30 days of moving. You can change your Texas driver’s license address online to ensure you receive all future notices.

How long do tickets stay on my record?

In Texas, most moving violations and at-fault crashes remain on your official driving record for three (3) years from the date of the conviction. More serious offenses, like a DWI, will remain for much longer.

My license is suspended. What is my next step?

After you check your status (in Section 4), your next step is to clear all your compliance items. If you need to drive to work during your suspension, you may be eligible to apply for an Occupational Driver License (ODL).

Conclusion

Checking your Texas driving record is a simple, fast online process. Remember the most important fact: Texas does not use a point system. Your record is a history of convictions.

  • To get a full history for a job or insurance, use the official Texas.gov portal to order a copy.
  • To check if you are suspended and find out what to do, use the free “License Eligibility” website.

By keeping an eye on your record, you can fix errors, manage your insurance costs, and avoid any future surprises.

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