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Indiana DUI SR-22 Insurance After a Conviction

Indiana requires 25/50/25 liability coverage and is an at-fault state.

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Indiana at a Glance

25/50/25

Minimum liability limits, in thousands of dollars (per person / per accident / property)

At-fault

The at-fault driver's insurance pays for the damage they cause

Optional

PIP and uninsured motorist coverage are not required by law

$250

State license reinstatement fee, about 10 days to process

Source: state DMV, insurance department and statute records, verified July 2026

Minimum Coverage Requirements in Indiana

Indiana operates under a tort liability system, which means the at-fault driver's insurance pays for damages in an accident. After a DUI conviction, the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles requires SR-22 filing to prove continuous financial responsibility during your 3-year monitoring period. SR-22 is not insurance — it is a certificate your carrier files with the BMV confirming you maintain the state minimum coverage.

Bodily Injury Liability

Bodily injury liability pays medical bills, lost wages, and legal costs when you injure someone in an at-fault accident. Indiana's 25/50 minimum covers less than the average hospital stay for serious injuries, leaving you personally liable for the difference. After a DUI, raising this limit to at least 50/100 is common because your exposure to civil lawsuits increases after a conviction.

Property Damage Liability

Property damage liability covers the other driver's vehicle and damaged property when you cause an accident.

SR-22 Certificate

The SR-22 is a form your insurance carrier files electronically with the Indiana BMV certifying you carry the state minimum liability coverage. Your filing period begins on your conviction date, not your reinstatement date, and any lapse in coverage restarts the entire 3-year clock.

Uninsured Motorist Coverage

Uninsured motorist coverage pays your medical bills and lost income if you are hit by a driver with no insurance. Indiana law requires carriers to offer this coverage, and you must reject it in writing at policy inception — verbal rejection does not count.

What Drivers Pay in Indiana

$282–$310/mo

Typical monthly rate in Indiana, drivers with an SR-22 after a DUI

Rate data: ValuePenguin and NerdWallet, 2026

What Affects Your Rate

  • Policy lapses restart your SR-22 filing period entirely — the Indiana BMV receives electronic notice within 24 hours and suspends your license immediately.
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If your license is suspended

Specialized Driving Privileges (SDP, IC 9-30-16)

A restricted license is available while suspended.

A coverage lapse is reported

The state can act when your insurance lapses.

Source: state DMV, insurance department and statute records, verified July 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I need SR-22 filing after a DUI in Indiana?

Indiana requires SR-22 filing for 3 years after a DUI conviction, measured from your conviction date, not your license reinstatement date. If your coverage lapses at any point during those 3 years, the Indiana BMV restarts the entire filing period from the date you refile.

Will my current insurance company file SR-22 after a DUI in Indiana?

Most mainstream carriers like State Farm, Geico, Allstate, and Progressive will file SR-22 for existing customers after a DUI, but they typically non-renew your policy at the end of your current term. New DUI SR-22 policies generally require non-standard carriers like Bristol West, The General, Safe Auto, or Dairyland.

Does Indiana SR-22 filing period start from conviction date or reinstatement date?

Indiana's 3-year SR-22 filing period begins on your DUI conviction date, not your license reinstatement date. If you delay reinstatement by 6 months, your filing obligation still ends 3 years from conviction, not 3 years from when you filed SR-22.

Can I remove SR-22 early if I complete DUI probation in Indiana?

No, Indiana requires the full 3-year SR-22 filing period regardless of whether you complete probation, DUI education, or other court requirements early. The filing period is set by state law and cannot be shortened by the court or the BMV.

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