A: An SR-22 is a certificate of insurance that proves you carry car insurance. Some people refer to it as SR-22 car insurance or a certificate of financial responsibility (CFR) filing. No matter what you call it, an SR-22 simply states you meet your state’s car insurance coverage requirements for driving during a required period.
A: Yes, you usually need SR-22 insurance after a suspended license. Filing an SR-22 is often a requirement for a driver to reinstate their suspended license, but it does not allow someone to drive while the suspension is still in effect.
A: Drivers required to get an SR22 are typically considered high-risk drivers. The form by itself doesn’t raise your insurance rates.
A: Yes, you usually need SR-22 insurance after a suspended license. Filing an SR-22 is often a requirement for a driver to reinstate their suspended license, but it does not allow someone to drive while the suspension is still in effect.
A: You must maintain a valid SR-22 for two years from the date of your most recent conviction, or the date that a judgement has been rendered against you. Failure to maintain an SR-22 for two years without a lapse in coverage can result in additional enforcement actions and/or reinstatement fees.
A: Avoid buying insurance that you don’t need. Chances are you need life, health, auto, disability, and, perhaps, long-term care insurance. But don’t buy into sales arguments that you need other more costly insurance that provides you with coverage only for a limited range of events.
A: You might be required to have an SR-22 if: You’ve been convicted of DUI, DWI or another serious moving violation. You’ve caused an accident while driving without insurance. You’ve gotten too many traffic tickets in a short time, such as three or more speeding tickets within six months.
A: An SR-22 allows you to keep or reinstate your driving privileges after serious or repeated offenses. You might be required to have an SR-22 if: You’ve been convicted of DUI, DWI or another serious moving violation. You’ve caused an accident while driving without insurance.
A: An SR-22 is ordered by a court or your state. If it’s court-ordered, the judge will let you know at the hearing. If it’s state-ordered, you’ll typically receive a letter from your state’s department (or bureau) of motor vehicles.
A: If your insurance company offers SR-22 form filings, all you have to do is call them and they’ll take care of it. They’ll add the SR-22 endorsement to your existing policy and then file the SR-22 insurance document with the state that requires it.