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Will changing my name help clear my driving record?
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Changing Your Name
No, changing your name will not help clear your driving record. Driving records are associated with your driver’s license number and do not change simply because you changed your name.In addition, you are required by law to notify the DMV of any name changes within a short period of time, usually 30 days.
How Driving Records Work
If you have a bad driving record, you probably have a lot of reasons to want it cleared. Your insurance premiums are higher and you might have trouble getting work. But if you think clearing your driving record is as easy as changing your name, think again.Driving records are maintained by your state and associated with your driver’s license number. Anyone wishing to access your driving record, such as an employer or insurance company, will use your driver’s license number to gain access.
Changing your name isn’t going to remove any negative items on your driving record. Keep in mind that you are required by law to provide your DMV notice of any name and address changes. If you fail to do so, you may face penalties by the DMV, including license revocation.
Review Your Record
If you have negative items on your driving record, take heart in knowing that violations disappear from your record at some point, usually three to ten years depending on the severity. So take a moment now and review your driving record. Obtaining your driving record online is the easiest way to get the information you’re looking for.Post Comment for "Will changing my name help clear my driving record?"
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