Reader’s Question:

In Nebraska, what is the penalty for driving without insurance? Recently I was involved in a small accident in which the police officer responded. Will my license be revoked? Am I going to jail?

Jeremy

Lincoln, NE

In Nebraska, the penalty for being convicted of driving without insurance is an automatic driver’s license suspension. Nebraska DMV states that you can get your license restored by paying a $50 fee and filing proof of financial responsibility. This is fulfilled in the form of an SR-22 Certificate.

You will have to keep this SR-22 type of insurance on file for three years. If you fail to comply, this will result in motor vehicle suspension of your operating privileges.

Since you got involved in an accident and you did not have insurance there is more to your driver license suspension. To get your license reinstated you will have to show proof that you have made restitution for any damages you caused on the other party.