Driver & Vehicle Safety Division - MSHP

The Chouteau location is now a full time testing site! You may take the written and skills tests Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm 📝🚘 Looking for another location? Follow this link 👉 mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP32DES/DESMap… to our locator map 📍

Looking for a driver testing location? Follow this link to see locations near you mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP32DES/DESMap…

Annual school bus inspections started the beginning of February. All of Missouri’s approximate 12,000 school buses will be inspected for safety related items like these tire defects. Safe vehicles for safe travels!

Have a safe and Merry Christmas!

Congratulations Motor Vehicle Inspector Cory Boatright for being named November’s State Team Member of the Month!

Before you go, #DOR recommends checking your local license office’s hours of operation. Please note: driver license testing is performed by the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP).⠀ ⠀ For a full list of Missouri license office locations and MSHP examination station locations, visit loom.ly/ZdIcgBw.

🚓🎆 Here is a message from Cruiser the talking Patrol Car for YOU this Fourth of July! Let’s make this Independence Day safe, smart, and spectacular! #July4th #SafetyFirst #CruisersSafetyTips

As many people begin their #July4th travels, remember - safety. Troopers will be working to keep Missouri's roadways safe — but we can’t do it alone. Before you travel: 🇺🇸 Stay focused 🇺🇸 Obey posted speed limits 🇺🇸 Buckle up 🇺🇸 Never drive impaired

🚧🚧MSHP Safety Tip of the Day🚧🚧 Traveling for the holiday weekend??? Chances are you will come across at least of one of the over 1,000 constructions zones throughout the state. Please remember, be especially careful in these zones as everyone wants to make it home safely.

➡️ The 2025 Best Looking Cruiser Contest Begins NOW!! ⬅️ Follow the link and vote for MSHP! 👉 surveymonkey.com/r/BestLookingC…

Congratulations to @kcwolf (Dan Meers) on your retirement! Thank you for the joy, laughter, and inspiration you have brought to so many. Our best wishes and support for your next adventure! #ChiefsKingdom #retirement

😎☀️ 𝐹𝐼𝑅𝒮𝒯 𝒟𝒜𝒴 𝒪𝐹 𝒮𝒰𝑀𝑀𝐸𝑅 ☀️

🚨 Driver Examination Offices will be closed Statewide on Thursday, June 19th, in observance of Juneteenth. The office in Trenton will be closed Friday, June 20th, for maintenance. Please plan accordingly. mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP32DES/DESMap…

Over the past few weeks, the "tolls" smishing (phishing over SMS/text messaging) campaign has evolved - introducing some new features that may make it slightly more difficult to determine if the messages are not authentic compared to their predecessors. Below is an example:

🚨FRAUD ALERT🚨🚨FRAUD ALERT🚨 The text message below is the most recent scam people are receiving, which is designed to scare you into divulging personal and financial information that can be exploited. PLEASE, DO NOT RESPOND TO THE TEXT AND DELETE IT IMMEDIATELY!!!

If you receive the following text, delete it immediately. It is a scam. Please DO NOT respond to it.

They stood the test. Now they wear the uniform of a Missouri State Highway Patrol Trooper. This isn’t given. It’s earned. Think you belong in this photo? Prove it: joinmshp.us

Oh, the places you’ll go! 🥳 A big round of applause for all the graduates! 🎓👏 And parents: If your grad is out celebrating, remind them to do it safely. Find teen driving tips here: NHTSA.gov/TeenDriving

Drivers examinations scheduled for today at the US Armory in West Plains have been canceled due to facility unavailability. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.