How to Get Your MVR in Rhode Island
Rhode Island driving records are issued by the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles. Order yours directly from the state for $21.50 — no reseller markup — and use it for your driver qualification file or your truck insurance quote.
Rhode Island Record Types and Fees
| Record | History | Certified | Fee | DQ file |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Driving Record | 3-year | Yes | $21.50 | ✓ |
Fees last verified 2026-08 against the official RI ordering page. States change fees — the official page always controls.
Order Online — Immediate — download on completion
- Go to https://www.ri.gov/DMV/mvr/citizen/ and click 'Begin'
- Enter your last name, date of birth, and license zip code
- Enter your 7-digit Rhode Island driver license number
- Pay $21.50 by Visa, Mastercard, or Discover credit/debit card
- Download and print your certified driving record PDF
Order In Person
- Visit the Adjudication Office at 600 New London Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920
- Present a valid photo ID
- Request your certified driving record and pay $21.50
- Receive your record immediately
Mail to: Rhode Island DMV Adjudication Office, 600 New London Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920
Turnaround: Immediate
Good to Know — Rhode Island Quirks
The standard online record covers 3 years of driving history. Certain violations (refusal to submit to chemical tests, school bus violations, accidents with property damage or personal injury, and speeding 14+ mph over the limit) remain on the record permanently and do not drop off after 3 years. The online record is described as certified by the RI DMV. No mail-in option is prominently advertised for individuals — in-person or online are the primary methods.
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 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island driving record cost?
- $21.50 for the standard online record ordered through ri.gov/DMV/mvr/citizen/.
- How many years does a Rhode Island MVR cover?
- The standard record covers 3 years. However, certain serious violations — including DUI refusals, school bus violations, injury accidents, and speeding 14+ mph over the limit — remain on the record permanently.
- Is the Rhode Island online driving record certified?
- Yes. The Rhode Island DMV describes the online record as a certified driving record, acceptable for official and employment purposes.
- Can I use a Rhode Island MVR for my FMCSA Driver Qualification File?
- Yes. The certified record from the RI DMV is a state-issued record and is acceptable under 49 CFR 391.23 for a driver qualification file.
- What do I need to order my Rhode Island driving record online?
- You need your 7-digit RI driver license number, last name, date of birth, license zip code, and a Visa, Mastercard, or Discover card to pay the $21.50 fee.