What are the benefits of a Driver History report?
Driver history reports provide a clear picture of an applicant’s driving performance as well as provide endorsements. This is useful for positions that require specific license types and endorsements. This is a tool that also validates an applicant’s identity. This provides an applicant’s name, DOB, and address (although it is not always the current address). Through our experience, this report has helped us discover when an applicant has provided an incorrect date of birth, either by deception or typo, and other names they did not offer on their consent form. Some positions require valid driver’s licenses, and these reports validate an applicant’s license. Additionally, they may show an impending suspension if requirements are not met.
What is the Turn-around for a Driver History Report?
Our driver history reports are processed on the same day, depending on when we receive them. If we receive the request at the end of our business day or after, it will be processed the following business morning.
You Requested a Driver History Report, Now What Does It Mean?
- Class A – Any applicant with a Class A license is permitted to drive any combination of vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 pounds or more.
- Class B – Any applicant with a Class B license is permitted to drive any single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 pounds or more, and any such vehicle towing a vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Class C – Any Applicant with a Class C license is permitted drive any single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 26,001 pounds or any such vehicle towing a vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating not in excess of 10,000 pounds. This class requires a medical certificate.
Common Connecticut Endorsements:
- S – School bus: An “S” endorsement is required before you can operate a school bus. A “P” endorsement is also required.
- V—Student transportation vehicle: A “V” endorsement is required to operate a student transportation vehicle, which transports students—including special education students—to and from school.
- A – Activity vehicle: An “A” endorsement is required before you can operate a student transportation vehicle (or another vehicle that requires an “F” endorsement) used in connection with school-sponsored events and activities but not used to transport students to and from school.
- F – Taxi, livery, service bus, motor bus, or motor coach: An “F” endorsement is required to operate a Taxi, Livery vehicle, Service bus, Motor bus, or Motorcoach.
- H—Hazardous material: An “H” endorsement is required if the vehicle you drive transports placarded hazardous materials.
- P – Passenger/transportation: A “P” endorsement is required if the vehicle you drive requires one of the following: Class A, B, or C and transporting passengers.
Common Connecticut CDL Restrictions
- 3 = With “M” endorsement, allows operation of a 3-wheeled motorcycle
- B = Corrective lenses
- C = Mechanical aid
- D = Prosthetic aid
- F = Dual outside mirror
- G = Daylight only operation
- M = Group B or Group C passenger vehicles
- N = Group C passenger vehicles only
- P = Commercial learner’s permit only; no passengers other than a trainer, additional trainees, or test examiner
- U = Hearing aid required
- W = Medical waiver required
- X = Commercial learner’s permit only; no cargo in tank vehicle, and tank must be purged. Restricts “N” endorsement.
What is considered an Infraction?
Connecticut does not consider Infractions crimes. They usually end in fines and sometimes additional points on the license. See common infractions found below:
- Speeding
- Use of electronic devices while operating a vehicle
- Failure to stop
- Seat belt violations
- Unsafe turns or lane changes
Some Traffic violations are considered crimes. Penalties can include both fines and jail time.
Common examples of Misdemeanor violations include:
- Driving under the influence (DUI)
- Reckless driving
- Leaving the scene of an accident
- Driving with a suspended or revoked license
- Driving with an invalid license
Felony violations usually result in prison, and imprisonment can range from over one year to life.
Common examples of felony violations include:
- Vehicular homicide or manslaughter
- Hit and run
- Striking a pedestrian in a crosswalk
- Aggravated or multiple DUI charges
An Explanation of License Status:
- Valid – This means the applicant’s license is valid, and they are allowed to drive.
- Suspended – This means the applicant’s driver’s license is suspended for a particular time. They cannot drive during this time.
- Disqualified—This means the applicant may not drive and is not allowed to apply for a driver’s license during this time.
We provide guidance on any report we process for our clients. If you have any questions about a driver history report, especially one pertaining to another state, we are always available during our working hours. We can be reached by phone or email. We strive to provide a seamless process for understanding reports and contacting us during working hours is easy and accessible. You will never jump through loops on a voice messaging system or receive an automated message reverting you to our website.
We provide many of our clients with annual driver history reports, which are processed quickly and easily.
If you require driver history reports for your applicants, contact us today.
- Contact: Heather F.D.
- Title: Assistant Manager
- Email: heatherfd@rs4b.net
