The National Driver Register: A Valuable Licensing Tool That Needs To Be Improved

The National Driver Register (NDR) was authorized in 1960 to provide state driver licensing authorities with a central index of relevant information pertaining to individuals who have had their driving privileges suspended or revoked. Participation in the program is voluntary, and all states, territories, and federal agencies can participate; however, NDR information can only be provided to these parties in connection with their driver-licensing functions. The program is administered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).