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Public Records & Public Information Requests

As a public agency, the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles is responsible for applying efficient and effective management methods in creating, using, maintaining, retaining, destroying, and preserving records created and received in the course of business. These records must be systematically managed to preserve their legal, historical, and informational value and promote economic and transparent business operations.

Making a Request for Public Records

Complete this form. We will fulfill your request or contact you for more information upon receipt.

Not all requests for information are public records requests. If your request for data, records, or public information is determined to be a public records request, the following fees have been established as the actual cost of providing a copy of a public record under 1 VSA 316(d)

Uniform Schedule of Public Records Charges for State Agencies

Note that there are fees for copies of public records established by 23 V.S.A. § 114 that may override the fees established by this schedule.

  1. For staff time involved in physically duplicating a record, $.33 per minute after the first 30 minutes.
  2. For senior-level staff time and information technology specialists’ time spent extracting data from databases or performing similar tasks necessary to comply with a request to create a new public record, $.57 per minute.
  3. For any other staff time for which cost can be charged and collected under this section, $.45 per minute.
  4. For photocopies, $.05 per single-sided page, $.09 per double-sided page for pages up to 8.5 by 14 inches.
  5. For color photocopies, $1.00 per single-sided page.
  6. For computer-generated paper copies, $.02 per page for pages up to 8.5 by 14 inches.
  7. For computer diskettes, $.28 each for 3.5-inch diskettes.
  8. For compact discs, $.86 each for write-once CD w/case, $2.31 each for re-writable CD w/case.
  9. For audiotapes, $.81 each.
  10. For videotapes, $1.69 each.
  11. For DVDs, $2.00 each for write-once DVD w/case, $4.00 each for re-writable DVD w/case.

Media/Press Inquiries

Public Outreach & Media Inquiries

Related Links

Vermont Public Records Database

Vermont Public Records Law 

Freedom of Information Act (FoIA)

Featured Article

October 25, 2024

Now Hiring - Motor Vehicle Tax Auditor (Home Based)

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

To apply for this position, visit careers.vermont.gov

Overview

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) seeks a Motor Vehicle Tax Field Auditor. This position is responsible for auditing and investigations involving the enforcement of Vermont Tax Laws relating to taxpayer compliance with the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) and International Registration Plan (IRP). This unit also audits fuel tax, rental companies, rail, IFTA, and IRP revenues of approximately several hundred million dollars annually. This position also provides taxpayer technical assistance and education for auditees. 

The Audit Division promotes and ensures Vermont taxpayer compliance, focusing on early intervention, education, outreach, and fairness. We value service, integrity, and employee growth and aim to support Vermonters effectively and efficiently.

The successful applicant will:

  • Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Be inquisitive, collaborative, digitally proficient, and self-motivated.
  • Have a desire to learn new skills and software used for tax administration.
  • Have the ability to communicate challenging topics to individuals with varied backgrounds.

The selected candidate will primarily work from home and will be required to travel frequently, including to other parts of the State.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

Total Compensation

You are offered a great career opportunity as a State employee, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

  • 80% State-paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
  • Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
  • State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
  • Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
  • Low-cost group life insurance
  • Incentive-based Wellness Program
  • Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Related Forms & Information
Title ID# Description
DPPA User Agreement (Non-Standard)
VG-118a
To record and contract for billing the usage of a DPPA user.
DPPA User Agreement
VG-118
To request user access to certain records for the purpose of obtaining personal information. This form is typically used for frequent requesters.
DMV Record Request
VG-116
To request records and documents including driving records, certified copies, police and individual crash reports, etc.