How to Request South Dakota Driving Records?

Your driving records, or DMV records, are the state’s collection of your driving history.

Your driving history can include anything from a vehicle’s registration, convictions, and license status to point violations like unpaid tickets and more.

The South Dakota driving records include three years of your driving history in or out of state.

Getting your SD driver’s records can be done in person and by mail. This short article shares how you can request driving records from the South Dakota Department of Public Safety (DPS).

Getting Your South Dakota Driving Record: Step-by-Step

You can request documents through the South Dakota DMV to get official, certified documents. Or, use third-party providers to get unofficial SD driver documents. These third-party providers can save time and hassle when getting your driver information.

Below, you’ll learn how to request official documents through the SD DMV.

Requesting Your Motor Vehicle Record in Person

You will:

  1. Visit a local SD DPS office, like:
    1. Aberdeen Exam Station
    2. Brookings Exam Station
    3. Mitchell Exam Station
    4. Rapid City Exam Station
    5. Watertown Exam Station
    6. Yankton Exam Station
  2. Complete one of the following forms:
    1. Request from Record Holder for Three Year Driving Record (here)
    2. Request from Record Holder for Full Driving Record (here)
  3. Get the form notarized
  4. Provide your personal information
  5. Pay the $5 record fee

Requesting Your Motor Vehicle Record by Mail

You will:

  1. Complete one of the following forms:
    1. Request from Record Holder for Three Year Driving Record (here)
    2. Request from Record Holder for Full Driving Record (here)
  2. File and notarize the form
  3. Write a check for $5
  4. Send your request

The documents will go to:

Driver Licensing

118 W. Capitol Ave.

Pierre, SD 57501

Found Something Wrong on Your South Dakota Driving Records?

If you notice errors, contact your local DMV and inquire the erogenous information. This may include the need to update your information on file. The driving record is a handy set of documents for many DMV and/or court purposes – so keep them nearby in case you need them fast.

Conclusion

If you need to access your South Dakota driving records, you can do so conveniently online. You may also request and receive a copy of your record by mail. Be sure to verify all information contained in your records for accuracy. If errors or mistakes occur, contact the DMV directly. With your records handy, it’s easier than ever to quickly reference them anytime you need them.

Thanks for visiting DMVConnect.com – we hope you found the information you sought! Have a great day and happy driving!