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The Florida Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has four types of locations: Driver License Services Only, Motor Vehicle Services Only, Dual Service Centers and Mobile Offices. Each type of location offers a specific range of services.

For a complete list of all DMV locations in your area, select your county on the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) locations page.

Driver License Services Only

These locations handle driver's licenses, ID cards, license reinstatements, written tests and driving exams.

Motor Vehicle Services Only

These locations provide services related to titles, electronic liens, registration and license plates for vehicles, trailers, vessels and mobile homes. They also provide specialty tags and disabled parking permits.

Dual Service Centers

Dual service locations provide the driver's license and motor vehicle services listed above.

Mobile Offices: Florida Licensing On Wheels (FLOW)

You can visit these special mobile locations to receive a wide range of services, including:

  • Renew a driver's license
  • Obtain a replacement driver's license
  • Change the name or address on a driver's license
  • Get an ID card
  • Renew your vehicle registration
  • Purchase a specialty license plate

Visit the FLHSMV website to view the schedule and location of FLOW mobile units.

Holidays for DMV Locations

Florida DMV offices are closed on the following holidays:

  • New Year's Day (January 1)
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Third Monday in January)
  • Memorial Day (Last Monday of May)
  • Independence Day (July 4)
  • Labor Day (First Monday in September)
  • Veterans Day (November 11)
  • Thanksgiving Day (Fourth Thursday in November)
  • Friday after Thanksgiving
  • Christmas Day (December 25)

Online DMV Services

In some cases, you can save yourself a trip to the DMV and access certain services online. DMV services that you can complete online include:

Learner's Permit Test

You can take the learner's permit test, also known as the Class E knowledge exam, online using your computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone. Take the online permit test at FirstTimeDriver.com.

Drug, Alcohol and Traffic Awareness (DATA) Course

The DATA course, also known as TLSAE, is a drug and alcohol program that new drivers must complete to obtain a learner's permit. Sign up for the online course at FirstTimeDriver.com.

Florida Driving Records

Obtain a DMV-authorized copy of your Florida driving record online at FloridaDrivingRecord.com.

Florida VIN/Vessel Record

You can check for liens and vehicle records online by entering your license plate number or vehicle identification number (VIN) on FloridaDrivingRecord.com.

Florida Driver's License or ID Card Services

Replace or renew your driver's license or ID card by visiting the FLHSMV website.

Motor Vehicle, Vessel or Mobile Home Registration

Replace or renew registration for a motor vehicle, vessel or mobile home on the FLHSMV website.

Paper Title

Obtain a paper title on the FLDHSMV website.

Driver's License Check

Check the status of your Florida driver's license on the FLDHSMV website.

MyFlorida App

You can access certain DMV services using a smartphone app called MyFlorida for FLHSMV. After downloading the app, you can renew your registration or plates if your information has not changed since your last renewal. The MyFlorida app is available on Google Play and the Apple App Store.

Do you know if your driver’s license is suspended?

If you drive while your license is under suspension, you can face harsh penalties under Florida law. Did you know that a third conviction of driving while your license is revoked or suspended is treated as a felony with potential incarceration for up to five years?

Florida treats these offenses extremely seriously. It is important to perform a Florida driver’s license lookup to ensure that you understand your status. A Florida driver’s license check can be performed through a link to the DMV on our website.

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles operates a convenient service on their website for a license suspension check for those with a Pinellas County driver’s license and drivers throughout the state.

Here is the link to see if your license is suspended or revoked:

Florida Drivers License Check

Reasons Your License May Be Suspended 

Several major reasons can lead to a driver’s license suspension. These include:

  • Due to Unpaid Traffic Citations/Tickets
  • Due to Multiple Traffic Violations in Florida
  • Due to Driving Under the Influence (DUI)

If any of these reasons have led to your Pinellas County driver’s suspension, contact an attorney right away. These suspensions are often due to a failure to:

  • Attend court-ordered traffic school
  • Pay a fine
  • Appear in front of the court
  • Attend a school that was on the court list
  • Comply with a traffic summons

Working with an experienced attorney gives you a strong legal advocate to help you get your license reinstated. This is particularly important when you have been charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI). They advise and guide on (1) Appeals and (2) Additional criminal charges relevant to the license suspension. You should understand that certain protocols, forms, time constraints, and processes need to be followed.

Getting Your Driver’s License Record

If you are not working with an attorney and need to get your record after a Florida driver’s license check, there are a couple of options. You can get a copy of your driving record by mail. You will need to submit a written request that includes the following information: full name, date of birth, Florida driver’s license (if available), the address where you want the record to be sent, and the appropriate fees. Cost for these records: $2.10 3-year $3.10 7-year (complete) $3.10 3-year or 7-year (certified).

Address:

Bureau of Records
P.O. Box 5775
Tallahassee, Florida 32314-5775

Or for Express Mail (for quicker response):

Bureau of Records
2900 Apalachee Parkway, MS 90
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0575

Payment forms can include a personal check or money order made payable to the Division of Driver Licenses. Some private vendors also offer services for a fee. You can not get your record at the local DMV.

If you believe that there are errors on your record after a driver’s license check, you can contact the Bureau of Customer Service. Their telephone number is (850) 922-9000. When you call, you can request a review of the record to check for any potential errors.

Getting Help with Reinstatement After a Florida Drivers License Check

If you discover that you have a suspension after a Florida driver’s license check, you may be able to handle it on your own if the suspension is due to nonpayment of traffic citations/tickets or for multiple traffic violations.

When the suspension is due to Driving Under the Influence (DUI), contacting a Clearwater DUI attorney is in your best interest. You have the right to an appeal. An experienced DUI attorney will be on your side and can ensure your rights are protected.

In addition, there may be additional charges that are separate from the suspension that you may be facing in association with an accident, significant injury, or even loss of life. Whether you are facing a suspension alone or additional charges, it can be very upsetting. Know that you do not have to face the court system on your own, and you have the right to an attorney.

Dean Tsourakis has experience in helping clients deal with challenging situations. He has knowledge of the law and provides clear steps and the simplest possible solution to the problem you face.

on Jun 7, 2021

How do I check my drivers license status in Florida?

If you renewed online but have not received your new license yet, use the state's online status check website (mydmvportal.flhsmv.gov/home/en/publicweb/dlcheck) to see if/when your license was mailed. If you ordered online, it takes a minimum of 7 to 10 business days to receive – that's a full two weeks.

Can I check to see if my license is suspended in Florida?

My driver license may be suspended. How can I check the status of my driver license? You can complete an online driver license check by going to flhsmv.gov, clicking on the driver license or ID card tab and clicking on driver license & ID tracking.

How do you check the status of your driver's license?

Driver's licence SMS query For a driver's licence query, applicants can SMS their ID number to 33214. They will then receive one of the SMSes below: Application received: The application was received, but has not yet been processed. Production queue: The card is still being processed and manufactured.

How do I find out if my license has a violation?

Go to the website of your state's motor vehicle agency and look for a link to the 'driver's license check' or 'driver's license status' page. Enter the information requested, which includes your name and driver's license number. Then you can gain access to your driving record and view any points on your license.