DMV, Drivers, Vehicles, Titles, REAL ID

Arkansas DMV Records

Arkansas driver and vehicle records are kept by the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, and they are protected under the federal Driver's Privacy Protection Act (DPPA, 18 U.S.C. § 2721). This page links to the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration and the federal rules governing access.

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Arkansas DMV Records at a Glance

The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Driver Services, issues driver licenses and keeps driving records. Its Office of Motor Vehicle runs vehicle titles and registration.

Straight answers

Arkansas DMV Records, questions

Can anyone pull my driving record?

No. The federal DPPA restricts access to 14 permitted purposes. Your employer, insurer, and courts can, with appropriate justification; random strangers cannot.

What is REAL ID and do I need one?

REAL ID is a federal standard for state IDs. After the enforcement deadline, a REAL-ID-compliant license or an alternative (passport, military ID) is required to board domestic flights and enter federal buildings. A standard license still works for driving.

How do I check vehicle recalls?

NHTSA's VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls returns every open safety recall for your specific vehicle, free.

Who issues crash reports?

In Arkansas, the agency that worked the crash writes the report, whether the Arkansas State Police, a county sheriff or a city police department. The Arkansas State Police keeps the central repository of all Arkansas crash reports and sells copies online through its Crash Report Online Purchase System.