Reader’s Question:

I live in Fort Worth TX and I found out your license is suspended in Texas for a no insurance ticket, how much does it cost to get it back?

Penny

Fort Worth, TX

To reinstate your license after a suspension for driving without insurance there is a reinstatement fee due prior to the renewal/issuance of a driver’s license. You must also get a proof of insurance (form SR-22) from an insurance company and submit it to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). The SR-22 financial responsibility certificate is required for 2 years from date of conviction.

The reinstatement fee I think is around $100 to $125. There will also be a driver responsibility surcharge included. Motorists who receive a conviction for certain offenses that happen on or after September 1, 2003 are required to pay an annual surcharge for 3 years from the date of conviction. If you fail to Maintain Financial Responsibility it comes with a $250 annual surcharge.

Reader’s Question:

I live in Forthworth TX. How long do you have to carry sr-22 insurance in my state?

Harrison

Forthworth, TX.

Normally, you have to get and carry an SR-22 for two years in Texas.

The TX Department of Public Safety states that, the SR-22 is required for two years from the date of accident, date of conviction or date the judgment was rendered. You can check the law regarding this under Texas Transportation Code 601.056.

You do not have to have your own car to purchase this kind of car insurance policy. If you do not own a car, you may call an insurance provider or agent of your choice and speak to them about a non-owner SR-22. However, you do need to get the car insurance policy and SR22 form from an insurance agent who is authorized to write liability insurance for the State of Texas.