Divers License Compact (DLC)
The DLC is a compact among 47 member states and the District of Columbia to maximize law enforcement efforts nationwide. The major provisions of the DLC, which member states are committed to uphold and enforce, are:  The "one driver license" concept, which requires the surrender of an out-of-state driver license when application for a new state license is made.
The "one-driver record" concept, which requires that a complete driving record be maintained in the driver's state of residence to determine driving eligibility in the home state as well as for his nonresident driving privilege in other jurisdictions. Reporting of certain traffic convictions and license suspensions or revocations of out-of-state drivers to the home state licensing agency, as well as other appropriate information. The assurance of uniform and predictable treatment of drivers by treating offenses committed in other states as though the offense had been committed in the home state. When did Pennsylvania become a member of the DLC?
Pennsylvania joined the DLC on January 1, 1995 and was adopted into law as Act 1996-No.149 on December 10, 1996.
What effect does the DLC have on my Pennsylvania drivers license? The following offenses, if committed in a member state, are treated as though the offense occurred in Pennsylvania and the appropriate sanction would be imposed under the provisions of PA's vehicle code:
Manslaughter or negligent homicide resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle (Section 3732);
Driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcoholic beverages or a narcotic to a degree which renders the driver incapable of safely driving a motor vehicle (Section 3771);
Failure to stop and render aid in the event of a motor vehicle accident resulting in the death or personal injury of another (Section 3742);
Any felony in the commission of which a motor vehicle is used (Crimes Code and Dangerous Drug Act Offenses)
Although reported to PENNDOT, minor traffic offenses such as speeding, red light, stop sign, etc., will NOT appear on your driving record. Points will not be assessed to your PA driving record when convicted of a point related offense in another DLC member state.
What states are members of the DLC? | Alaska | Kentucky | Ohio | | Alabama | Louisiana | Oklahoma | | Arizona | Maine | Oregon | | Arkansas | Maryland | Pennsylvania | | California | Minnesota | Rhode Island | | Colorado | Mississippi | South Carolina | | Connecticut | Missouri | South Dakota | | Delaware | Montana | Texas | | District of Columbia | Nebraska | Utah | | Florida | Nevada | Vermont | | Hawaii | New Hampshire | Virginia | | Idaho | New Jersey | Washington | | Illinois | New Mexico | West Virginia | | Indiana | New York | Wyoming | | Iowa | North Carolina | | | Kansas | North Dakota | |
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