Reader’s Question:

Does it go to your criminal record if you have conviction of driving without insurance in your DMV record?

Tom

Thank you for asking Tom.

When you are cited by a police officer for a traffic violation and you are not able to provide proof of car insurance, the penalties usually range from suspension or revocation of your driver’s license and possibly even fines. Typically this type of infraction is added to your driving history and it usually remain on your driving record between 7-10 years depending on the state where you are licensed.

Some states however consider major and serious moving violations to be a criminal violation at the same time. Cases where DUI leads to a fatal or reckless driving in states, this can be considered a criminal offense. If you got involved in an accident or any serious violation and you are unable to provide proof of auto insurance, it could be considered a criminal offense. Usually criminal offenses incur severe penalties and these infractions remain on your criminal record permanently.

You may contact your state Department of Motor Vehicle to get more information about about moving violations and the penalties you can get for driving without insurance.

Goodluck!

MariCAR