Question: I was recently convicted of DUI for being slightly over the limit. How much is the average car insurance policy going to cost me after this?

Answer: The average car insurance premium is going to go up significantly after a DUI conviction. We can’t give you a number because it is going to vary greatly depending on which state you live in, your previous driving record, and what you drive.

As well as having your auto insurance premiums go sky high you may also need to file an SR22 with your state before being allowed to drive again.

An SR22 filing is simply a form your insurance company will send to your registry of motor vehicles that confirms you have auto insurance. This form is often required for people convicted of driving under the influence or for people with multiple moving violations in a relatively short period of time.

There really is no easy way to get a lower premium right after being convicted for DUI, but there are auto insurance carriers who specialize in DUI insurance.

The average car insurance premium will still be significantly higher, but they may be able to lessen the blow a little bit. Be smart and stay out of trouble and your premiums will go down slowly but surely over the next few years.