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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.
Your license can be suspended for a variety of reasons, such as too many traffic tickets, DUI, or reckless driving. Even if your license is suspended for a series of small infractions, it can signal to insurance companies that you are a high-risk driver. As a result, your state DMV will likely require you to file an SR-22 form to prove that you are carrying at least the minimum amount of insurance required by law. Depending on your state’s laws, you might not be able to reinstate your license without an SR-22.
After your license is reinstated, you will need to have an SR-22 for 3-5 years, and your insurance rates will go up due to your high-risk status. However, if you practice good driving habits during that time, your rates will start to go back down after the filing is removed.
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