Idaho Hardship License After DUI
Idaho requires 25/50/15 liability coverage and is an at-fault state.
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25/50/15
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
Optional
PIP and uninsured motorist coverage are not required by law
$25
State license reinstatement fee
Source: state DMV, insurance department and statute records, verified July 2026
Minimum Coverage Requirements in Idaho
Idaho operates under a traditional tort system and requires proof of financial responsibility after a DUI conviction through SR-22 filing. The Idaho Transportation Department oversees license reinstatement and Temporary Restricted License applications. All DUI offenders must complete a 30-day absolute suspension before applying for restricted driving privileges.
Bodily Injury Liability
Property Damage Liability
SR-22 Certificate of Financial Responsibility
Uninsured Motorist Coverage
What Drivers Pay in Idaho
$142–$287/mo
Typical monthly rate in Idaho, high-risk drivers after a DUI
Rate data: ValuePenguin and Insurify, 2026
What Affects Your Rate
- Blood alcohol content at time of arrest affects premium calculation — BAC over 0.15 typically triggers aggravated DUI classification in Idaho and higher risk pricing from carriers.
Drive Legally on Your Restricted License
Get My Hardship-License SR-22 QuoteIf your license is suspended
Restricted Driving Permit (RDP)
application fee $60, about 5 days to process.
A coverage lapse is reported
The state acts on a lapse after 60 days.
Source: state DMV, insurance department and statute records, verified July 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to wait after a DUI to apply for a hardship license in Idaho?
Idaho requires a 30-day absolute suspension period before you can apply for a Temporary Restricted License after a DUI conviction. The 30-day clock starts on the effective date of your suspension, not the date of arrest or conviction. You must complete the suspension, install an ignition interlock device, obtain SR-22 insurance, and submit your application to the Idaho Transportation Department before restricted driving privileges are granted.
Does Idaho require ignition interlock for a first-offense DUI hardship license?
Yes. Idaho requires ignition interlock installation for all DUI convictions, including first offense with no BAC threshold exemption. You must install the IID before the Idaho Transportation Department approves your Temporary Restricted License application and maintain it for a minimum of 1 year for first offense, longer for repeat or aggravated cases. Removal before the court-ordered period ends triggers immediate license re-suspension.
What is the SR-22 filing period after a DUI in Idaho?
Idaho requires 3 years of continuous SR-22 filing after a DUI conviction. The filing period begins when your insurance carrier submits the SR-22 form to the Idaho Transportation Department, not from your conviction date. Any lapse in coverage during the 36-month period triggers automatic license suspension, and the 3-year clock resets from the date you file a new SR-22 and pay the reinstatement fee.
What driving purposes does Idaho allow on a DUI restricted license?
Idaho's Temporary Restricted License allows driving for employment, education, medical appointments, court-ordered programs including DUI classes and ignition interlock monitoring, and family care responsibilities. You must specify your approved purposes and travel routes on the application. Driving outside approved purposes or hours listed on your restricted license results in a new misdemeanor charge and immediate revocation of restricted privileges.
Coverage Types
SR-22 Insurance
Certificate filed by your carrier proving you maintain continuous liability coverage. Required for 3 years after DUI conviction in Idaho.
Non-Owner SR-22
Liability-only SR-22 policy for drivers who do not own a vehicle. Satisfies Idaho's financial responsibility requirement without insuring a specific car.
Ignition Interlock Insurance
Standard auto policy that covers a vehicle equipped with a court-ordered ignition interlock device. All Idaho DUI offenders must install IID to qualify for restricted driving.
High-Risk Auto Insurance
Coverage from carriers specializing in post-DUI drivers and other high-risk profiles. Often the only option immediately after conviction.
Uninsured Motorist Coverage
Pays your medical bills and vehicle damage if you are hit by a driver with no insurance. Idaho requires carriers to offer this coverage at policy inception.