by Answerbag Staff on February 3rd, 2010

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What is the punishment for not maintaining auto insurance in pennsylvania?

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  • by Kate Fogle on February 3rd, 2010

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    Pennsylvania law requires motor vehicle owners to carry insurance. Driving without insurance may result in suspension of your license and registration, as well as fines and restoration fees.

    Requirements

    Every registered vehicle must be covered by liability insurance that covers others for losses resulting from injury or property damage.

    Proof of Insurance

    When you register your vehicle, you must provide your insurance identification card or other documentation from your insurance company to prove that you have insurance.

    Violations

    Failure to produce your insurance identification card when you are involved in an accident or stopped by the police constitutes a violation. You are also in violation if your insurance carrier reports to the Department of Transportation that your insurance has lapsed.

    Consequences

    Your vehicle registration will be suspended for three months if you allow your insurance to lapse. Unless you can prove that the vehicle was not operated without insurance, your driver's license will also be suspended for three months. The minimum fine for driving an uninsured vehicle is $300. You will also have to pay restoration fees of $50 each to have your registration and license reinstated.

    Additional Information

    If you are not able to get insurance coverage, contact Pennsylvania's Assigned Risk Plan at (800) 477-6146 for assistance.

    Source:

    "Pennsylvania Department of Transportation: Driver & Vehicle Services"

    "Pennsylvania Insurance Department: Automobile Insurance Guide"

    "Pennsylvania Department of Transportation: Insurance Law"

    More Information:

    "Pennsylvania Department of Transportation: Insurance Law"

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