Ontario offers several driving records, including common 3-year records and longer-term 5-year records. The correct choice depends on what information the person or organization requesting the document needs.
Ontario’s 3-year driver record
The common 3-year driver record includes driver identification details, a demerit point total, active fine suspensions, and applicable Highway Traffic Act and Criminal Code convictions, suspensions and reinstatements for the previous three years. Ontario describes it as the most popular record and says it is commonly used for employment reasons.
Ontario’s 5-year driver record
The 5-year record includes driver identification details and a demerit point total. According to Ontario, it includes Highway Traffic Act convictions, suspensions and reinstatements for the past three years and Criminal Code of Canada information for the past five years.
Why would someone request a longer-term record?
Ontario notes that longer-term records may be needed when someone has requested more detailed information, information covering a longer period, or documentation for legal reasons.
Does a 5-year record show everything?
No. Ontario also offers extended and complete driver records. An extended record can contain convictions, suspensions and reinstatements as far back as available, while a complete driver record can contain additional information such as collisions and recorded residential addresses.
Which record should you order?
Do not choose based solely on which record sounds more comprehensive. Ask the organization requesting your record for the exact document name and whether it requires a certified or uncertified version.
If you were specifically asked for the common Ontario Driver Abstract, you can begin with our Driver Abstract service.
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