Public driver records requested through the new online service contain three years of driving history. The driver record check service adheres to the rules of the Federal Driver Privacy Protection Act of 1994 to protect the privacy of Rhode Island drivers while providing access to public information. Private information such as address and Social Security number will not be released.
“By offering driver history record checks online, we are able save people a trip to the DMV,” said Brian Peterson, associate director of the Department of Administration. “We’ve had much success with the online vehicle renewals and look forward to offering more value-added electronic services.”
The cost to purchase a driver history record is $18. To access a driver history record, users must provide a name, license number, and date or birth of the individual whose record is being requested. Payment for a driver history record can be made with a Visa or MasterCard.
This new service is part of an overhaul of the R.I. Division of Motor Vehicles Web site (www.DMV.RI.gov). Instead of calling a motor vehicle branch to get answers to frequently asked questions, answers are now found on the agency site.
The new Web site uses the state portal’s new search technology to locate services and information contained within the DMV Web site. The search engine is updated daily and displays information in a format similar to commonly used search engines. Branch location features are displayed and are designed to assist users in choosing a motor vehicle branch that fits their needs. In addition, forms can be browsed from one Web page.
The DMV Web site and the personal driver history record service were created in partnership with RI.gov, which also built and maintains the state’s Web portal at www.RI.gov, which is a collaborative effort between the state of Rhode Island and New England Interactive, a wholly owned subsidiary of eGovernment firm NIC, a manager of e-government services.
Quelle/Source: Providence Business News, 20.06.2006
