McKayla Girardin, Car Insurance Writer
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No, you cannot go to jail for driving without insurance in Rhode Island, but you can face other serious consequences, such as suspension of license and registration. Driving without insurance in Rhode Island is illegal and can have a serious impact on your car insurance rates moving forward.
Penalties for Driving Without Insurance in Rhode Island
- Suspension of license for 3 months for the first offense and for up to 6 months for subsequent offenses
- Suspension of registration for 3 months for the first offense and for up to 6 months for subsequent offenses
- Fine up to $500 for the first offense, and up to $1,000 for subsequent offenses
If you are in an accident while driving uninsured in Rhode Island, you will still face the consequences of driving without insurance even if you’re not at fault. Additionally, if you cause the accident, you’ll be liable for property damage and medical expenses for anyone else who was involved. The only way to avoid this is by being insured.
Check out WalletHub’s picks for the cheapest car insurance companies in Rhode Island to start shopping for a policy.
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