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Does Hertz check your driving record?

I’m going on vacation, but I need to rent a car at the airport once I arrive. Unfortunately, I have a a poor driving record and I’m worried that Hertz might deny my rental. Will Hertz check my driving record?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
A great road trip will always give you a bit of a life refresh. However, Hertz checks your driving record to approval your rental application. That said, the company has never released exactly what dismisses you from being able to get a rental car. So if Hertz is the cheapest, requesting a rental won’t hurt you. Just don’t be surprised if your
driving record
prevents you from getting a rental car.
Keep in mind that if Hertz denies your rental, you can try Avis or Budget. These two companies do not check your driving record for minor offenses. As long as you don’t have a
DUI
or reckless driving charge, you shouldn’t have an issue
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