Who is Elephant SR-22 Insurance for?

The General provides insurance to drivers who need SR-22 certification. Although high-risk insurance is often called “SR-22 insurance,” SR-22 is actually a form required by the state verifying that drivers with certain violations are carrying auto liability insurance. Some insurance companies will not insure these high-risk drivers.

The General sells SR-22 insurance, along with other types of policies, in all states except Hawaii, Massachusetts, Michigan and New Jersey. You can apply online or by calling (844) 328-0306. If you need an SR-22 form completed, a copy of the form will be included with your final policy documents. The General will file the form for you in most states, for the state fee of $15 - $25.… read full answer

SR-22 insurance is likely to be pricey from any company. Insurers want to be paid for their added risk when they cover drivers with poor records. The premiums for a driver convicted of a DUI, for example, can rise 50% to 200%, depending on the insurer, state, driver’s age, previous record, etc. The General is worth getting a quote from, because the company specializes in high-risk drivers and is highly rated for SR-22 policies. However, it’s always a good idea to compare several quotes to get the best price possible for your needs.

SR-22 certification is usually mandatory for drivers who cause accidents while driving without insurance, are convicted of a DUI, have their license revoked or suspended, or get many tickets and/or traffic convictions in a short time period. You will need to keep your SR-22 current for 1-5 years, depending on the state. Your higher premiums will likely last at least three years. However, they can last seven or more, depending on the violation and your state’s regulations.

Progressive offers SR-22 insurance to drivers classified as “high-risk” by their state. High-risk insurance is often called SR-22 insurance, but SR-22 is actually not a type of coverage, it’s a form verifying that you have met the state’s minimum requirements for car insurance coverage.

In most states, Progressive will electronically file your SR-22 document with the department of motor vehicles immediately after you purchase your policy unless they are required by state law to file by mail. The filing fee is usually around $25.… read full answer

When You Might Need Progressive SR-22 Insurance

Most drivers do not need an SR-22. It’s most commonly required if you were driving without insurance or a license, or if you were convicted of a DUI/DWI. In states like Florida or Virginia, you might need an FR-44, which is similar but requires more coverage than an SR-22.

If you do need SR-22 insurance from Progressive, call 866-749-7436 to speak with a Progressive representative. Progressive rates only increase by about 5% nationwide for SR-22 drivers, so it tends to be an affordable option for high-risk insurance compared to other large companies.