In Washington, an SR‑22 (called proof of financial responsibility) is required to demonstrate that a driver can cover damages they may cause while driving. The state mandates this filing for individuals who have been convicted of, or forfeited bail for, certain offenses, failed to pay civil judgments related to accidents, or have driven or owned […]

In Rhode Island the state no longer requires an SR‑22 Certificate of Financial Responsibility. Instead, the DMV uses the GU‑1338 (Special Financial Responsibility Insurance Certificate) for particular situations, most notably for minors (anyone under 18) and certain specialty plate registrations. The GU‑1338 must be filed by an insurer authorized in Rhode Island and placed on […]

In South Carolina, an SR‑22 (Certificate of Financial Responsibility) is required as proof of liability insurance when a driver’s privilege is suspended for certain serious offenses or when an out‑of‑state resident seeks to obtain a South Carolina driver’s license within three years of a prior suspension ending date. The DL‑222 form states that out‑of‑state residents […]

In South Dakota, an SR‑22 (Certificate of Financial Responsibility) is required for drivers who have had their license revoked or suspended because of serious offenses such as a conviction for no insurance, vehicular homicide, DUI, or a second reckless‑driving offense within a year. The state mandates that these operators provide proof of ongoing liability coverage […]

In Tennessee, an SR‑22 (also called a Certificate of Financial Responsibility) is required when the Department of Safety orders it as a condition for reinstating a driver’s license after serious traffic violations such as DUI or other offenses that lead to suspension or revocation. The requirement appears on the driver’s reinstatement checklist, and the driver […]