What the record shows
The 3-year driver record is the Ministry of Transportation’s summary of your licence. Depending on what is recorded against it, the document shows your licence status, class and expiry, your current demerit point total, and any convictions, suspensions or reinstatements from roughly the past three years.
It does not list parking tickets, collisions as such, or criminal history generally. The what shows on a drivers abstract guide walks through every line.
Three records that are often confused
- Uncertified 3-year driver record: the standard document, produced instantly and delivered as a PDF. This is what this page is about.
- Certified driver record: a sealed copy for court and legal matters, printed and mailed rather than emailed.
- Driver’s licence history: a different document about licensing dates and classes that contains no convictions at all.
If somebody asked you for a record, confirm they want the uncertified 3-year version before ordering. Our Ontario driver record types compared guide sets the options out side by side.
How online delivery works
- Enter your name as it appears on your licence and your 15-character licence number.
- Review the details carefully and complete secure payment.
- Receive the completed driver record as a PDF by email.
Incorrect information is the usual cause of a delay. Check the licence number and the spelling of your name before continuing to payment. For a fuller walkthrough, read how to get a drivers abstract in Ontario.
Frequently asked questions
What is an Ontario driver abstract?
It is the Ministry of Transportation’s record of an Ontario driver’s licence, also called a driver record or driving abstract. The uncertified 3-year version shows licence status and class, convictions, suspensions and current demerit points from roughly the past three years.
Is this the certified or the uncertified record?
The uncertified 3-year driver record, which is what insurers and employers ask for in almost every case. Certified copies are a separate product for legal matters and are not delivered instantly.
How quickly will I receive it?
Most orders are completed within minutes of payment and delivered as a PDF to the email address entered on the order form. Occasional processing delays can occur.
What information do I need?
Your name exactly as it appears on your Ontario licence, the 15-character licence number from the front of the card, and an email address for delivery.
Who accepts the uncertified 3-year record?
Insurance companies and brokers, employers and staffing agencies, rideshare and delivery platforms, and most car rental firms. Confirm with the requester if they specified a certified copy.