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Nebraska DUI & License Suspension Insurance Guide

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

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Nebraska at a Glance

25/50/25

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

Uninsured motorist coverage must be on every policy

72

Age when license renewal rules change, with a vision test at renewal

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

Minimum Coverage Requirements in Nebraska

Most Nebraska drivers assume their insurance will be canceled immediately after a DUI or serious violation—it usually won't. Standard carriers typically allow your policy to remain in effect until the next renewal date, then issue a non-renewal notice. This gives you 30-60 days to find replacement coverage, but you must act during that window. Nebraska requires continuous SR-22 filing for drivers convicted of DUI, driving without insurance, or repeat serious violations, and not all insurers offer it.

SR-22 Filing Requirement

SR-22 is not a type of insurance—it's a certificate your insurer files with the state proving you carry the required minimum liability coverage. Not all carriers offer SR-22 filing; most standard insurers will non-renew your policy rather than add the filing. You'll typically need to move to a non-standard carrier that specializes in high-risk drivers.

Non-Standard Auto Insurance

Non-standard auto insurance is coverage sold by carriers that specialize in high-risk drivers—those with DUIs, violations, lapses, or suspensions on their record.

Liability Insurance

After a DUI or serious violation, maintaining continuous liability coverage without any lapses is critical—even a single day of uncovered driving can extend your SR-22 requirement or result in additional license suspension.

Uninsured Motorist Coverage

For senior drivers with medical concerns or fixed incomes, uninsured motorist coverage becomes especially important after a violation when you're required to maintain continuous coverage. Nebraska has a higher-than-average uninsured driver rate, and a gap in your own coverage due to non-payment could trigger SR-22 violations and license consequences.

Full Coverage on Paid-Off Vehicles

Many senior drivers consider dropping collision and comprehensive coverage on paid-off vehicles to reduce costs after a rate increase. However, if you're financing a newer vehicle or your car represents significant financial value, maintaining full coverage protects your investment—especially when you're already paying elevated premiums due to the violation.

What Drivers Pay in Nebraska

$141–$180/mo

Typical monthly rate in Nebraska, drivers 65 and over

Rate data: MoneyGeek and Insure.com, 2026

What Affects Your Rate

  • Age and driving history: senior drivers with otherwise clean records may see lower increases than younger drivers with multiple violations
  • Carrier availability: fewer carriers offer SR-22 filing in Nebraska, limiting competition and keeping rates higher in the non-standard market
  • Time since violation: rates begin to decrease after 3 years if you maintain continuous coverage and avoid new violations
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Mature-driver discount

Not required by state law

Mature-driver discounts here are set by each insurer.

Source: state statutes and insurance departments, verified July 2026