Ohio DUI & Violation Insurance: What Happens Now
Ohio requires 25/50/25 liability coverage and is an at-fault state.
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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
Optional
PIP and uninsured motorist coverage are not required by law
65
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 Ohio
After a DUI or serious violation in Ohio, your current insurance carrier will typically issue a non-renewal notice at the end of your policy term — not an immediate cancellation. This gives you 30 to 60 days to find replacement coverage, but you must act quickly. Ohio law requires most violation drivers to file an SR-22 certificate with the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles and maintain it for a period typically ranging from three to five years. During this time, you'll need coverage from a carrier that offers SR-22 filing, and your premium will increase significantly.
SR-22 Filing
Liability Insurance
Non-Standard Auto Insurance
High-Risk Auto Insurance
Comprehensive & Collision Coverage
What Drivers Pay in Ohio
$129–$139/mo
Typical monthly rate in Ohio, drivers 65 and over
Rate data: MoneyGeek and Insure.com, 2026
What Affects Your Rate
- Age and driving history: Senior drivers aged 65+ with otherwise clean records often qualify for lower high-risk rates than younger drivers with similar violations
- SR-22 filing duration: Longer filing periods (5 years for DUI vs. 3 years for other violations) mean more years of elevated premiums
- Carrier selection: Non-standard carriers like The General, Direct Auto, and National General often offer lower rates for violation drivers than standard carriers' high-risk tiers
- Credit score: Ohio allows insurers to use credit-based insurance scores, which can compound rate increases for violation drivers with poor credit
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Required by state law
Ohio R.C. 3937.43 (60+, appropriate reduction, no fixed %)
Source: state statutes and insurance departments, verified July 2026
Coverage Types
High-Risk Auto Insurance
Coverage designed for drivers with DUIs, violations, or suspensions. Sold by carriers that specialize in non-standard risk. Premiums are higher, but coverage is functionally identical to standard policies.
SR-22 Insurance
Not a separate insurance product — this is the SR-22 certificate filing added to your existing liability policy. Required by the Ohio BMV for most DUI and serious violation convictions.
Non-Standard Auto Insurance
Policies written by carriers that accept drivers rejected by standard insurers. Common for drivers with lapses, violations, or poor credit. Coverage options are similar to standard market policies.
Liability Insurance
Pays for injuries and property damage you cause to others in an accident. Ohio requires 25/50/25 minimum limits, but many financial advisors recommend 100/300/100 for senior drivers with assets to protect.
Comprehensive Coverage
Covers damage to your vehicle from non-collision events like theft, vandalism, hail, or hitting a deer. Optional if your vehicle is paid off, but recommended if you cannot afford to replace it.
Uninsured Motorist Coverage
Protects you if you're hit by a driver with no insurance or insufficient coverage. Optional in Ohio but strongly recommended for senior drivers, as medical costs from injuries increase with age.