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Maine DUI Hardship License & SR-22 Insurance

Maine requires SR-22 filing for 3 years after a DUI conviction, with 50/100/25 liability minimums — $50,000 per person, $100,000 per accident for bodily injury, $25,000 for property damage. High-risk SR-22 premiums in Maine typically run $140–$220/month depending on violation history and county.

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Updated May 2026

Minimum Coverage Requirements in Maine

Maine operates under a tort-based liability system, meaning the at-fault driver's insurance pays for damages. The state does not offer a restricted or hardship license program for DUI offenders — your license is suspended for the full statutory period with no early driving privileges. SR-22 filing is mandatory for 3 years following a DUI conviction, and proof of insurance must be maintained continuously or the Bureau of Motor Vehicles will extend your suspension.

How Much Does Car Insurance Cost in Maine?

Maine SR-22 insurance premiums reflect DUI surcharge multipliers that vary by carrier and county. Portland and Bangor drivers face higher base rates due to accident frequency and theft rates, while rural Aroostook and Washington County drivers pay less but have fewer carrier options.

Minimum Coverage
State-minimum 50/100/25 liability with SR-22 filing. No collision or comprehensive. Typical for older vehicles or drivers without a car loan.
Standard Coverage
50/100/25 liability plus collision and comprehensive with $500–$1,000 deductibles. Covers financed vehicles and provides property protection in Maine's harsh winter conditions.
Full Coverage
100/300/100 liability limits, collision, comprehensive, and uninsured motorist coverage. Recommended for drivers with significant assets or recent high-value accident claims.

What Affects Your Rate

  • First-offense DUI adds 60–90 percent to base premiums in Maine; second-offense DUI doubles rates or triggers non-renewal.
  • Portland metro zip codes average $40–$60/month higher than Lewiston or Augusta due to collision frequency and comprehensive claim density.
  • Drivers under 25 with a DUI conviction pay 30–50 percent more than drivers over 30 with identical violation history.
  • SR-22 filing fees of $25–$50 are charged at inception and each renewal; some carriers bundle the fee into the premium rather than billing separately.
  • Continuous coverage matters — a single day lapse during the SR-22 period restarts the full 3-year filing requirement from the new reinstatement date.
  • Non-owner SR-22 policies for drivers without a vehicle run $50–$90/month in Maine and satisfy Bureau of Motor Vehicles filing requirements during the suspension period.

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Portland

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Lewiston

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Bangor

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Auburn

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Augusta

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Sources

  • Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles — SR-22 filing requirements and suspension periods
  • Maine Revised Statutes Title 29-A — financial responsibility and proof of insurance statutes
  • Maine Bureau of Insurance — minimum liability coverage requirements

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