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Maine SR-22 Insurance After DUI or Suspension

Maine requires 50/100/25 liability coverage and is an at-fault state.

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Maine at a Glance

50/100/25

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

Required

PIP and Uninsured motorist coverage must be on every policy

Yes

A defensive driving course can reduce points on your record

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

Minimum Coverage Requirements in Maine

Drivers convicted of DUI, those with license suspensions for serious violations, or those involved in uninsured accidents typically must file SR-22 proof of financial responsibility with the Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles for 3 years. These minimums may be insufficient if you cause a serious accident—excess liability beyond state minimums protects assets from lawsuits.

Bodily Injury Liability

Maine's 50/100 minimums cover medical bills, lost wages, and legal costs when you injure someone in an at-fault accident. High-risk drivers already face rate increases; an underinsured claim adds civil judgments and wage garnishment to the financial burden.

Property Damage Liability

Covers damage you cause to another vehicle, fence, building, or other property.

Medical Payments Coverage

You can waive this coverage in writing, but doing so leaves you reliant on health insurance for accident-related injuries.

SR-22 Certificate of Financial Responsibility

SR-22 is not insurance—it is a filing your insurer submits to the Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles certifying you carry at least minimum liability coverage. Your insurer notifies the state immediately if your policy lapses or cancels, restarting the 3-year clock and suspending your license.

Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage

Maine insurers must offer UM/UIM coverage matching your liability limits, but you can decline it. UM pays your medical bills and lost wages when an uninsured driver hits you; UIM covers the gap when the at-fault driver's limits are too low.

What Drivers Pay in Maine

$165–$205/mo

Typical monthly rate in Maine, drivers after a speeding ticket

Rate data: ValuePenguin and CarInsurance.com, 2026

What Affects Your Rate

  • Zip code and location—Portland and Bangor see higher rates due to traffic density and accident frequency; rural counties often see lower premiums
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