NJ Form DR-14: Passenger & School Bus Fingerprinting Guide

NJ Form DR-14: Passenger & School Bus Fingerprinting Guide – If you are applying for a Commercial Driver License (CDL) with a passenger (P) endorsement or a combined passenger/school bus (P/S) endorsement in New Jersey, Form DR-14 is a required document. Issued by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC), this form serves as both an information flyer and a formal declaration that must be completed, printed, and signed by hand before you visit an MVC agency.

The form supports the mandatory criminal background check through fingerprinting. Even after an endorsement is issued, the MVC retains the authority to suspend it based on driver history review, disqualifying criminal convictions, or medical/physical conditions. Always refer to the official New Jersey CDL Manual for full disqualification criteria.

This guide is written for U.S. applicants seeking accurate, current information from official New Jersey government sources.

What Is New Jersey Form DR-14?

Form DR-14, titled “Passenger and School Bus Fingerprinting Information and Application,” is the official MVC document used when seeking a CDL passenger endorsement or passenger/school bus endorsement. According to the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission forms page, applicants must be fingerprinted as part of the background records check.

The current revision is DR-14 (R6/25). It includes:

• Key information about the fingerprinting process
• Procedures based on the type of employment or operation
• A declaration section that the applicant must complete and sign

You can download the official form directly from the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission:

Download New Jersey Form DR-14 (PDF)

Who Needs to Complete Form DR-14?

You must complete Form DR-14 if you are applying for or renewing a CDL with:

• A passenger (P) endorsement, or
• A passenger and school bus (P/S) endorsement

This applies to drivers transporting passengers for hire or school-age children in New Jersey. All school bus drivers in the state, whether under Department of Education (DOE) jurisdiction or not, generally need both the P and S endorsements.

Basic eligibility requirements for these endorsements typically include being at least 21 years of age, meeting vision and physical fitness standards (including a valid federal Medical Examiner’s Certificate), and passing the required background check.

Fingerprinting Process for Passenger and School Bus Endorsements

Effective February 17, 2020, passenger endorsement applicants must schedule fingerprint appointments through the state’s fingerprint vendor, IdentoGO (operated by IDEMIA).

Schedule online at https://uenroll.identogo.com. If you do not have internet access, call IdentoGO at 1-877-503-5981.

Applicants make a one-time payment covering background checks and vendor fees at the time of service. Acceptable payment methods include Visa, MasterCard, money orders, and checks. Cash is not accepted. Money orders should be made payable to IdentoGo.

You will need specific service codes and identifying information depending on your category (these are typically provided by your employer or in related MVC guidance). Bring valid photo identification to your appointment.

Which Procedure Applies to You?

Form DR-14 outlines three main procedures based on your employment type. Choose the correct one, as switching between categories may require re-fingerprinting under a different statute.

1. School Bus Operators Under the Department of Education (N.J.S.A. 18A:39-19.1)

Your employer should provide the specific identifying information required by IdentoGO. When applying at an MVC agency for the passenger/school bus endorsement, submit a copy of your U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Medical Examiner’s Certificate along with the completed DR-14 declaration.

Note: Leaving DOE employment for work under the Department of Human Services or a private/parochial school requires fingerprinting under N.J.S.A. 39:3-10.1.

2. School Bus Drivers for Private/Parochial Schools or Department of Human Services (N.J.S.A. 39:3-10.1)

Fingerprinting is required under N.J.S.A. 39:3-10.1. Submit the Medical Examiner’s Certificate and completed DR-14 declaration when applying at the MVC agency.

Note: Moving to DOE employment requires fingerprinting under N.J.S.A. 18A:39-19.1.

3. All Public Transportation Operators (Buses & Limousines) (N.J.S.A. 39:3-10.1)

Fingerprinting occurs under N.J.S.A. 39:3-10.1. Submit the Medical Examiner’s Certificate and completed DR-14 declaration for the passenger endorsement.

Note: Switching to DOE or DHS school bus work requires fingerprinting under the applicable school bus statutes.

How to Complete and Submit Form DR-14?

1. Download the official form from the link above.
2. Read the information flyer carefully.
3. Complete the declaration section: Print your name, driver’s license number, employer’s name and address.
4. Check the box that applies to you (DOE, DHS/Day Care, Private/Parochial School, or Public Transportation).
5. Indicate whether you will or will not be transporting school-age children under DOE jurisdiction.
6. Sign and date the form by hand. Certify that the statements are true (false statements can result in administrative, civil, or criminal penalties).
7. Print the completed form.
8. Bring the signed form, your Medical Examiner’s Certificate, proof of fingerprinting (IdentoGO confirmation/receipt), and other required documents to an MVC agency when applying for the endorsement.

The form notes: “Please fill this out, print, and sign by hand prior to visiting an Agency.”

Contact Information for the MVC Bus Application Unit

For questions related to Form DR-14 or the passenger/school bus endorsement process, contact:

Bus Application Unit
P.O. Box 127
Trenton, NJ 08666-0127
Phone: 609-633-9684 or 609-292-5151

Additional official resources:

• NJ MVC Forms Page
• MVC School Bus Endorsements Information
• NJ Department of Education – Criminal History Record Check (for DOE-related applicants)

Important Tips for a Smooth Application

• Start the fingerprinting process early, especially for renewals of the S endorsement (DOE drivers should begin archive or new processes well before license expiration).
• Keep copies of your IdentoGO receipt, Medical Examiner’s Certificate, and completed DR-14.
• Verify the correct service code and ORI/category information with your employer or the MVC before scheduling, as incorrect codes can delay results.
• MVC may suspend the endorsement later based on new information, even after initial approval.
• Requirements can change; always check the official NJ MVC website for the most current forms and instructions.

By following the official process outlined in Form DR-14 and related MVC guidance, applicants can efficiently complete the required background checks and move forward with obtaining or maintaining their passenger or school bus endorsements in New Jersey.