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Vermont SR-22 & High-Risk Auto Insurance

Vermont requires 25/50/10 liability coverage and is an at-fault state.

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Vermont at a Glance

25/50/10

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

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

Minimum Coverage Requirements in Vermont

Drivers with DUI convictions, license suspensions for multiple violations, at-fault accidents while uninsured, or habitual offender status typically must file SR-22 certification with the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles to prove continuous coverage. SR-22 is not insurance itself — it's a filing your insurer submits to verify you carry at least state minimums.

Liability Insurance

Vermont mandates 25/50/10 liability minimums, but these limits may not cover a serious multi-vehicle accident or injury claim. High-risk drivers are statistically more likely to face claims, making 50/100/50 or 100/300/100 limits a practical choice to avoid financial exposure and potential lawsuits.

SR-22 Insurance

SR-22 is a certificate filed by your insurer with the Vermont DMV to prove you maintain continuous liability coverage. If your policy lapses or cancels during the SR-22 period, your insurer notifies the DMV within 10 days, triggering immediate license suspension and resetting your 3-year clock from the date you refile.

Uninsured Motorist Coverage

Vermont does not mandate uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, but insurers must offer it.

Full Coverage

Full coverage combines state-required liability with comprehensive and collision to protect your own vehicle. If you finance or lease a vehicle, lenders require full coverage until the loan is paid.

Non-Standard Auto Insurance

Non-standard carriers specialize in high-risk profiles and offer SR-22 filing when standard insurers decline coverage.

What Drivers Pay in Vermont

$155–$172/mo

Typical monthly rate in Vermont, drivers after a speeding ticket

Rate data: ValuePenguin and CarInsurance.com, 2026

What Affects Your Rate

  • Time since violation: Rates decline as violations age, with significant drops at 3- and 5-year marks
  • Geographic location: Urban areas like Burlington see higher rates due to accident frequency and theft risk
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