In North Carolina the SR‑22 equivalent is the DL‑123 form or other printed proof of liability insurance such as a binder or certificate. The state requires that the insurance be issued by a company licensed in North Carolina and that the proof be presented in printed form; the DL‑123 and similar documents are only valid for 30 days from issuance. Drivers who have been suspended for certain offenses must provide this proof of financial responsibility when they seek reinstatement.
To reinstate a suspended license, a driver must first satisfy the suspension or revocation terms, then reapply at a N.C. DMV office and pay the required fees. The restoration fees currently include a DWI reinstatement fee of $167.75, a general restoration fee of $83.50, and a service fee of $50 (unless exempt). Some suspensions also require a certificate of completion for a DWI substance‑use assessment. Payments can be made online through the N.C. DMV’s PayIt service or in person, and the required proof of insurance (DL‑123 or equivalent) must be submitted at the time of reinstatement.