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Maine Auto Insurance After Uninsured 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

$50

State license reinstatement fee

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

Minimum Coverage Requirements in Maine

Maine operates under a traditional tort liability system and requires continuous proof of insurance for all registered vehicles. The Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles cross-checks registration records against insurer filings electronically — any lapse triggers automatic suspension notices. SR-22 filing is mandatory after uninsured driving suspensions and must remain active for the full 3-year period without interruption.

Bodily Injury Liability

Covers medical bills, lost wages, and legal costs when you injure someone in an accident you caused. Your SR-22 filing attaches to this coverage and lapses if you drop below the minimum.

Property Damage Liability

Pays for vehicle damage and other property you damage in an at-fault accident. Underinsured claims against your own policy rise sharply when you carry only minimum property damage.

SR-22 Certificate of Financial Responsibility

An endorsement your insurer files with the Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles proving you maintain required liability coverage. You cannot reinstate your license without an active SR-22 on file.

Uninsured Motorist Coverage

Protects you when an at-fault driver has no insurance or inadequate coverage. Maine law requires insurers to offer this coverage at limits matching your liability — you must reject it in writing or it's automatically added to your policy.

Medical Payments Coverage

Pays medical bills for you and your passengers regardless of fault, up to your selected limit. Maine does not mandate medical payments coverage, but it fills the gap between your health insurance deductible and liability coverage.

What Drivers Pay in Maine

$175–$306/mo

Typical monthly rate in Maine, high-risk drivers after a DUI

Rate data: ValuePenguin and Insurify, 2026

What Affects Your Rate

  • Maine allows insurance points to drop after 3 years, so premiums decline substantially at the end of your SR-22 period if you avoid new violations.
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If your license is suspended

Work-Restricted Drivers License

A restricted license is available while suspended.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does SR-22 filing last after an uninsured driving suspension in Maine?

Maine requires 3 years of continuous SR-22 filing after an uninsured driving suspension, measured from the date you reinstate your license, not the suspension date. If your policy lapses for even one day during the 36-month period, the filing clock resets to zero and the Bureau of Motor Vehicles re-suspends your license immediately.

Which insurance carriers write SR-22 policies in Maine after uninsured suspensions?

Non-standard carriers like The General, Acceptance Insurance, Direct Auto, and Bristol West specialize in SR-22 filings after uninsured suspensions. Preferred carriers like State Farm and Allstate typically decline drivers with active suspensions, though some will quote you after 6 months of continuous SR-22 filing.