How Does a Drunk Driving Conviction Affect Your Insurance? »

September 15, 2009

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Your automobile insurance rates are likely going to go up for at least three years, in most states, if you are convicted of drunk driving. Most probably, you will also be learning a lot about something called SR-22.

Your state may call it differently, but no matter whether it is called driving under the influence, driving while intoxicated or operating a vehicle while intoxicated, if you are convicted of any of those offenses, there are great chances that your insurance rates will increase before you are allowed to drive again.

Laws Vary by State

Different states may have various penalties regarding drunk driving, but it is for sure that in every state, impaired driving conviction may result in the suspension of your driving privileges, for at least 30 days to one year, even on the first offense.

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