SR-22 Insurance in Washington State: DOL Rules

Informations About How to Get Cheap SR22 Insurance Quotes Under $7/Month

CALL US NOW (Mon-Fri, 8am – 5pm PST)

for a FREE QUOTE of your Cheap SR22 Insurance, or fill out this form:

Get SR-22 Insurance Quotes

Most high-risk drivers save by comparing carriers — get your SR-22 quote in 2 minutes.

✓ SR-22 filing included ✓ No obligation ✓ 100% free

Please enter a valid 5-digit ZIP code.

In Washington, an SR-22 is future proof of financial responsibility. Your insurance company files it with the Department of Licensing (DOL). This page summarizes what the DOL says.

Contents

1. Who needs it

2. Acceptable proof

3. How long

4. Fees

5. Get help finding coverage

Who needs it

The DOL says anyone who has been convicted of, or forfeited bail for, certain offenses, failed to pay judgments, or driven or owned a vehicle involved in an accident may need to file proof of financial responsibility.

Acceptable proof

SR-22 insurance written for Washington by an approved insurance company, which can be submitted through the DOL online portal or by fax.
A certificate of deposit for at least $60,000 issued by the DOL.
A liability bond for at least $60,000 from an authorized surety company.

How long

In most cases, three years from the date you are eligible to reinstate your license. For example, for reckless driving, felony involving a motor vehicle, driving while license revoked in the second degree, vehicular manslaughter and vehicular homicide, the DOL lists three years from reinstatement eligibility.

Fees

Some reinstatements, such as after reckless driving, also require a $75 reissue fee on top of regular licensing fees.

Get help finding coverage

Price depends on your record and insurer, and we cannot promise approval or a rate. Call 1-833-568-8076; an automated system asks a few questions and connects you with an insurance agent. See also non-owner SR-22.

Source: Washington DOL, Financial responsibility (SR-22). Rules change, so confirm with the DOL. See also our disclosure and the SR-22 by state guide.