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Florida FR-44 & High-Risk Auto Insurance After DUI

Florida requires $10,000 in property damage liability and personal injury protection (PIP) and is a no-fault state.

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Florida at a Glance

$10,000

Minimum property damage liability

No-fault

Each driver's own policy pays their injuries first, whoever caused the crash

Required

PIP coverage must be on every policy

Yes

A defensive driving course can reduce points on your record

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

Minimum Coverage Requirements in Florida

Florida sets minimum liability coverage at 10/20/10 for bodily injury and property damage under Personal Injury Protection (PIP) laws. However, drivers convicted of DUI, those involved in at-fault accidents without insurance, or facing license suspension for serious violations typically must file FR-44—a higher-tier certificate requiring double the minimum liability limits (100/300/50). These requirements are enforced by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV), which monitors continuous coverage throughout the filing period.

FR-44 Liability Insurance

The DHSMV mandates this for DUI offenders and certain suspended drivers, and any lapse triggers immediate license suspension and filing period restart.

Personal Injury Protection (PIP)

PIP claims remain on your insurance record for 3–5 years, compounding rate increases if you file during an FR-44 period.

Bodily Injury Liability

Standard Florida drivers can opt out of bodily injury liability if they carry PIP, but FR-44 filers must carry 100/300 limits as a legal condition of license reinstatement. Dropping below required limits—even for one day—triggers DHSMV notification from your insurer, resulting in immediate suspension and a minimum 30-day reinstatement delay.

Property Damage Liability

This higher limit protects against lawsuits after at-fault accidents and is non-negotiable during the 3-year filing period.

Non-Standard Auto Insurance

Non-standard carriers specialize in high-risk profiles and are often the only option for drivers needing FR-44 filing immediately after a DUI or suspension. These insurers typically offer 6-month policies rather than 12-month terms, allowing for rate reductions as the violation ages. Switching carriers during the FR-44 period is allowed, but the new insurer must file an updated FR-44 with DHSMV before cancellation of the old policy to avoid a coverage gap and license suspension.

What Drivers Pay in Florida

$351–$437/mo

Typical monthly rate in Florida, drivers after a speeding ticket

Rate data: ValuePenguin and CarInsurance.com, 2026

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