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# Motor Vehicle Searches: Tracking Subjects Through DMV Records

October 22, 2024 5 min read 

Motor vehicle records are valuable investigative tools. People may hide their addresses from other databases, but they usually keep their vehicle registrations current to avoid tickets and towing.

## What Vehicle Searches Reveal

Our motor vehicle searches can provide:

-   Registered owner name 
-   Registration address 
-   Vehicle make, model, and year 
-   VIN number 
-   Registration expiration 
-   Lien holder information 

## Investigative Applications

### Address Verification

Vehicle registration addresses often reflect a subject's true residence, even when they've attempted to hide it elsewhere.

### Asset Discovery

Vehicles are assets that can be seized or liened as part of judgment enforcement.

### Surveillance Support

Knowing what vehicle a subject drives aids surveillance and location efforts.

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Motor vehicle searches require permissible purpose under the Driver's Privacy Protection Act (DPPA). We ensure all requests meet legal requirements before processing.

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