A SR-22 is a form that’s filed with you state to prove that you have car insurance meeting the minimum coverages required by law. A SR-22 is not a type of insurance, but rather an easy-to-get document from your state’s department of motor vehicles.
The cost of an SR-22 can vary depending on the insurance company, the driver's age and driving record, and the state in which the driver lives, but here is the average by state:
SR-22 may be needed to reinstate your driving privileges after serious driving offenses like:
There are three common ways to obtain your SR-22 whenyou need it:
SR-22s are relatively common. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), about 1.5 million drivers in the United States are required to have an SR-22 each year. This is about 5% of all drivers in the country.
The best place to find accurate and up-to-date information on SR-22 requirements in each state is the official website of the respective state's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or equivalent agency. Here are some options:
Navigating the complex rules of the DMV can be challenging but our team is here to walk you through everything you need to know in order to get you back on the road and back to work.