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Effect of DUI in California on Vehicle Insurance

SR-22 - Proof of car insurance

If your license gets suspended after your DUI / drunk driving arrest, at some point you are going to have to obtain an SR-22 from your insurance company to get your license back from the DMV. An SR-22 is the only document that the DMV will accept as proof you have car insurance.

An SR-22 usually tips off your insurance company that you have a DUI, and your insurance company will do one of three things to you:

  • Cancel you
  • Increase your premiums
  • Or do nothing.

Higher Insurance Rates

A DUI on your record in California can lead to much higher insurance rates.



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After DUI Arrest

4 essential steps you must take:

1. Contact the DMV
Contact the DMV within 10 days of your DUI Arrest in California

You must contact the DMV within 10 days of your DUI Arrest.

2. Get your Police Report
Get Police Report after DUI Arrest in California

Obtain and review a copy of your DUI Police Report.

3. Educate yourself
DUI Defense Legal Representation

Educate yourself - learn about
DUI Defense.

4. Plea Bargain or Trial
Plea Bargain or Trial for DUI California

Know your
options in Court - Plea Bargain or Trial.