Kansas SR-22 Insurance
If you've had a driving suspension in Kansas, SR-22 insurance is crucial for reinstating your privileges. Breathe Easy Insurance Solutions offers expert help to navigate SR-22 certification, ensuring you meet legal requirements efficiently.
Understanding SR-22 Insurance in Kansas
An SR-22 isn't insurance but a certificate demonstrating that you carry the mandatory minimum liability coverage required by Kansas law:
- $25,000 for bodily injury per person
- $50,000 for total bodily injury per accident
- $25,000 for property damage
- $25,000 uninsured motorist protection, plus additional med pay and other coverages
This certificate is necessary if you've had certain driving offenses, such as DUIs, failed to provide proof of insurance during a traffic stop, or have not complied with court-ordered requirements.
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SR-22 Insurance Requirements After a DUI
SR-22 insurance in Kansas is often required after a DUI conviction. The Kansas Division of Vehicles, Driver Control Bureau mandates maintaining SR-22 insurance for at least one year. Policy termination due to non-payment or non-compliance can result in additional penalties, including revocation of driving privileges.
DUI Penalties in Kansas
- Under 21 years old: 30-day license suspension for a BAC of .02-.0799, plus a mandatory 330-day ignition interlock device (IID) installation.
- 21 and over, BAC .08 to .1499: 30-day suspension, 6 months to 1-year IID requirement, and a $200 reinstatement fee on the first offense.
Penalties increase with higher BAC levels and subsequent offenses, potentially leading to significant fines, extended IID requirements, and hefty reinstatement fees.
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Kansas Ignition Interlock Device (IID) Requirements
To regain driving privileges in Kansas after a suspension related to DUI, you'll need to:
- Install an IID in your vehicle for a period dependent on your BAC, age, and previous DUI convictions
- File an SR-22 certificate
- Pay a reinstatement fee
This IID device must be installed on any vehicle you operate, allowing you to regain driving privileges after fulfilling other reinstatement requirements.
DUI Penalties in Kansas
First Offense
Fine: $500-$1,000
Jail Time: 48 hours to 6 months or community service
Suspension: 30 days
Interlock Requirement: 6 months to 1 year
Alcohol and Drug Safety Action Program: Required
Second Offense
Fine: $1,000-$1,500
Jail Time: 90 days to 1 year, with possible house arrest or sobriety program
Suspension: 1 year
Interlock Requirement: 1 year
Alcohol and Drug Safety Action Program: Required
Third Offense
Fine: $1,500-$2,500
Jail Time:90 days to 1 year, with possible house arrest or sobriety program
Suspension: 1 year
Interlock Requirement: 2 years
Alcohol and Drug Safety Action Program: Required
Fourth Offense
Fine: $2,500
Jail Time: 90 days to 1 year, with possible house arrest or sobriety program
Suspension: 1 year
Interlock Requirement: 3 years
Alcohol and Drug Safety Action Program: Required
Fifth Offense
Fine: $2,500
Jail Time: 90 days to 1 year
Suspension: 1 year
Interlock Requirement: 10 years
Alcohol and Drug Safety Action Program: Required
FAQs About DUI and SR-22 in Kansas
An SR-22 is a certificate that proves you have the minimum required auto insurance coverage mandated by your state. It's often required for drivers who have been convicted of serious driving offenses like DUIs or driving without insurance.
The duration of SR-22 insurance requirements varies by state and the offense. Typically, it's required for a minimum of three years, but it can be longer depending on the circumstances. During this period, the insurance company will keep the state updated on your car insurance policy renewals and cancellations to ensure you maintain consistent coverage. Breathe Easy can help you understand the specific duration needed in your case.
When you are done selecting your insurance plan, Breathe Easy can connect you with an Intoxalock representative for further assistance. They will answer any questions you have and help you get set up with an installation appointment at a convenient time.
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Regain your driving privileges with ease. Breathe Easy Insurance offers SR-22 filing and guidance on IID installation. Our knowledgeable staff provides free SR-22 quotes and helps find certified IID installers. Call now to start reinstating your driving privileges.Don't wait to get back on the road. Call Breathe Easy Insurance now to start the process of reinstating your driving privileges.
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