How to Get Your MVR in Connecticut
Connecticut driving records are issued by the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles (CT DMV). Order yours directly from the state for $20.00 — no reseller markup — and use it for your driver qualification file or your truck insurance quote.
Connecticut Record Types and Fees
| Record | History | Certified | Fee | DQ file |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Driving History (Abstract) | full-history | Yes | $20.00 | ✓ |
Fees last verified 2026-08 against the official CT ordering page. States change fees — the official page always controls.
Order Online — Immediate download; accessible for 30 days
- Go to dmv.service.ct.gov online services portal (link on ct.gov/dmv)
- Sign in with your Connecticut driver license number, SSN, date of birth, and address
- Select 'Driving Record' service and pay $20.00 by credit or debit card
- Download your driving history immediately (accessible for 30 days at no additional charge)
Order by Mail
Form: Form J-23 - Records Request (download)
- Download Form J-23 from ct.gov/dmv (DMV Forms section)
- Complete with your full name, date of birth, driver license number, and address
- Include a copy of your photo ID
- Attach a check payable to 'DMV' for $20.00
- Mail to CT DMV, Attn: Copy Record, 60 State Street, Wethersfield, CT 06161
Mail to: Department of Motor Vehicles, Attn: Copy Record, 60 State Street, Wethersfield, CT 06161
Turnaround: Approximately 2-3 weeks
Order In Person
Form: Form J-23 (download)
- Schedule an appointment at the Stamford DMV or visit a participating Nutmeg Credit Union or AAA office
- Bring your driver license or photo ID and completed Form J-23
- Pay $20.00 (additional convenience fee up to $8 may apply at AAA or credit union locations)
- Receive certified driving history same day
Mail to: Stamford DMV office; Milford, North Haven, or Norwalk Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union locations; or participating AAA offices statewide
Turnaround: Same day
Good to Know — Connecticut Quirks
Connecticut issues a single certified driving history at one flat fee of $20 — there is no uncertified option or separate 3-year/5-year tier. The record covers all reportable history retained by DMV (most violations: 3 years; serious violations: up to 10 years; CDL violations: per federal law). Convenience fees up to $8 extra apply at AAA offices and Nutmeg Credit Union branches. An online record is accessible for 30 days after purchase.
Why You Need This Record
If you drive a commercial vehicle, your MVR does two jobs. First, FMCSA rule 49 CFR 391.23 requires a driving record from every state where you held a license in the last 3 years in your driver qualification (DQ) file — within 30 days of hire and annually after that. Owner-operators under their own authority keep a DQ file on themselves. Second, insurance carriers pull an MVR on every listed driver before releasing a quote; bringing a Connecticut record dated within 30 days speeds up underwriting and avoids surprises at bind time.
Get a Truck Insurance Quote →Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a Connecticut driving record cost?
- $20.00. The same fee applies online, by mail, or in person. AAA and Nutmeg Credit Union locations may add a convenience fee up to $8.
- Can I order my Connecticut driving record online?
- Yes. Visit the CT DMV online services portal (dmv.service.ct.gov), log in with your license number, SSN, and DOB, pay $20, and download immediately. The record stays accessible for 30 days.
- Does a Connecticut driving record work for a trucking DQ file?
- Yes. The certified Connecticut driving history issued by CT DMV is an official state record that satisfies 49 CFR 391.23. Request it online or using Form J-23 by mail.
- How far back does a Connecticut driving record go?
- Most moving violations stay on record for 3 years. Serious violations (DUI, reckless driving) remain for up to 10 years. CDL violations are retained per federal law, which can be 3 to 55 years depending on the offense.
- How long does it take to get a Connecticut driving record by mail?
- Allow approximately 2-3 weeks after CT DMV receives your Form J-23 and payment.