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Penalties for Driving Without Insurance in Pennsylvania

What actually happens when you are caught driving without liability coverage in Pennsylvania.

First offense — fine
$300

PennDOT states a minimum fine of $300 for driving uninsured.

License / registration suspension
Three months, registration and license

A conviction suspends the vehicle registration for three months and the driver's license for three months. Restoring them costs $119 and $94 respectively, and the vehicle may not be driven by anyone while the registration is suspended.

SR-22 required afterwards
No

Pennsylvania has no SR-22 filing. Restoration requires current proof of insurance plus the restoration fee.

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