SD DMV Driver and Vehicle Records 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How long must South Dakota retain a driver's abstract record after the driver's license is surrendered or expires?
- 1 year
- 3 years (Correct answer)
- 5 years
- 7 years
Correct answer: 3 years
South Dakota retains driver abstract records for 3 years after a license is surrendered or expires.
Question 2: Which of the following is NOT typically listed on a South Dakota driver's abstract?
- Traffic convictions
- License suspensions
- Vehicle registration history (Correct answer)
- Accident reports
Correct answer: Vehicle registration history
Vehicle registration history is a separate record and is not included on a driver's abstract.
Question 3: A South Dakota employer who wishes to check a job applicant's driving record must obtain the applicant's:
- Social Security number only
- Written consent (Correct answer)
- Date of birth only
- Vehicle identification number
Correct answer: Written consent
Written consent from the individual is required before an employer can access their driving record under South Dakota and federal privacy laws.
Question 4: If a South Dakota driver's license is lost or stolen, the driver must apply for a duplicate license within how many days?
- 10 days
- 20 days
- 30 days (Correct answer)
- 60 days
Correct answer: 30 days
South Dakota requires a driver to apply for a duplicate license within 30 days of losing or having their license stolen.
Question 5: Under the Driver Privacy Protection Act (DPPA), South Dakota DMV records may be disclosed without individual consent for which purpose?
- General marketing campaigns
- Personal curiosity requests
- Government agency functions (Correct answer)
- Entertainment industry use
Correct answer: Government agency functions
The DPPA permits disclosure of motor vehicle records to government agencies carrying out official functions without individual consent.
Question 6: What document does South Dakota issue to prove a vehicle is properly registered?
- Title certificate
- Bill of sale
- Certificate of registration (Correct answer)
- Lien release form
Correct answer: Certificate of registration
South Dakota issues a certificate of registration as proof that a vehicle has been properly registered with the state.
Question 7: When a South Dakota driver moves to another state, their SD driving record can be transferred to the new state under which program?
- National Motorist Agreement
- Driver License Compact (DLC) (Correct answer)
- Interstate Commerce Act
- Motor Carrier Safety Act
Correct answer: Driver License Compact (DLC)
The Driver License Compact (DLC) allows member states to share driving record information when a driver transfers their license.
SD DMV Driver and Vehicle Records 2
How long must South Dakota retain a driver's abstract record after the driver's license is surrendered or expires?