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Maryland SR-22 & High-Risk Auto Insurance

Maryland requires 30/60/15 liability coverage and is an at-fault state.

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Maryland at a Glance

30/60/15

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

No

A defensive driving course does not remove points here

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

Minimum Coverage Requirements in Maryland

Drivers convicted of DUI, caught driving uninsured, or with suspended licenses typically must file SR-22 proof of financial responsibility with the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) for 3 years. The SR-22 itself is not insurance but a certificate your insurer files to prove continuous coverage. If your policy lapses during the SR-22 period, your insurer notifies the MVA within 10 days and your license is suspended again.

Liability Insurance

Maryland's minimum liability limits are among the lowest in the region and are rarely sufficient after a serious at-fault accident.

SR-22 Insurance

SR-22 is not a separate policy but a filing your insurer submits to the MVA proving you carry at least minimum liability coverage. Major carriers often decline to file SR-22 or non-renew your policy after a DUI or suspension, forcing you into the non-standard market where premiums can double.

Uninsured Motorist Coverage

Maryland requires uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage at the same limits as your liability policy unless you reject it in writing.

Full Coverage

Full coverage combines liability, collision, and comprehensive insurance. If you financed or leased your vehicle, your lender requires full coverage until the loan is paid off — SR-22 does not change this.

Non-Standard Auto Insurance

Non-standard carriers specialize in high-risk profiles including DUI, multiple violations, lapses, and SR-22 filings.

What Drivers Pay in Maryland

$216–$256/mo

Typical monthly rate in Maryland, drivers after a speeding ticket

Rate data: ValuePenguin and CarInsurance.com, 2026

What Affects Your Rate

  • ZIP code: Baltimore City and Prince George's County show higher non-standard rates due to uninsured motorist density and collision frequency
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