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Non-Owner SR-22 Insurance in Connecticut

Connecticut requires 25/50/25 liability coverage and is an at-fault state.

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Connecticut at a Glance

25/50/25

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

Required

Uninsured motorist coverage must be on every policy

$175

State license reinstatement fee, about 10 days to process

Source: state DMV, insurance department and statute records, verified July 2026

Minimum Coverage Requirements in Connecticut

Connecticut operates under a tort-based liability system and requires all drivers to carry proof of insurance at all times. The Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles mandates SR-22 filing for drivers with DUI convictions, multiple at-fault accidents, or driving while suspended. Connecticut law allows non-owner SR-22 policies to satisfy the state filing requirement without naming a specific vehicle.

Bodily Injury Liability

Covers injuries you cause to others in an accident. Non-owner policies provide this coverage when you drive a borrowed or rented vehicle with permission, but do not cover vehicles you own or vehicles registered to household members you drive regularly.

Property Damage Liability

Pays for damage you cause to another person's vehicle or property. Non-owner policies include this coverage for any vehicle you drive with permission, excluding owned vehicles.

Uninsured Motorist Coverage

Connecticut automatically includes uninsured motorist coverage at the same limits as your liability unless you reject it in writing at policy inception. Verbal rejection does not count — the coverage is added and billed if the rejection form is not completed. Non-owner policies include UM coverage by default, protecting you when driving borrowed vehicles.

Non-Owner SR-22

The SR-22 is not insurance but a certificate your carrier files with the Connecticut DMV proving continuous liability coverage. Non-owner SR-22 policies satisfy the filing requirement without naming a vehicle. If your policy lapses or cancels during the filing period, the carrier notifies the DMV within 10 days and your license is re-suspended immediately. Connecticut's filing period runs 3 years from the conviction date for DUI, not from the filing date.

What Drivers Pay in Connecticut

$351–$602/mo

Typical monthly rate in Connecticut, high-risk drivers after a DUI

Rate data: ValuePenguin and Insurify, 2026

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If your license is suspended

Special Use Permit (Special Operators Permit) for suspended drivers

application fee $100, about 10 days to process.

A coverage lapse is reported

The state acts on a lapse after 14 days.

Source: state DMV, insurance department and statute records, verified July 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Does non-owner SR-22 insurance work if I don't have a car in Connecticut?

Yes. Connecticut accepts non-owner SR-22 policies to satisfy filing requirements without a vehicle attached. Non-owner policies provide liability coverage when you drive a borrowed or rented vehicle with permission and include the SR-22 certificate filed with the Connecticut DMV. If you acquire a vehicle during the filing period, you must convert to an owner policy or your non-owner policy will not cover the new vehicle.

How long do I need to keep SR-22 filing in Connecticut?

Connecticut requires SR-22 filing for 3 years after a DUI conviction, measured from the conviction date, not the filing date. If your policy lapses or cancels during the filing period, the carrier notifies the Connecticut DMV within 10 days and your license is re-suspended immediately. The 3-year clock restarts from the date you file a new SR-22 after a lapse.

Which insurance companies write non-owner SR-22 in Connecticut?

Progressive, The General, National General, and Dairyland write non-owner SR-22 policies in Connecticut. Most standard carriers like State Farm and GEICO do not offer non-owner SR-22 for high-risk drivers. Non-standard carriers quote and file SR-22 certificates within 24–48 hours of policy purchase, and the Connecticut DMV processes the filing within 3–5 business days.

Does non-owner SR-22 cover rental cars in Connecticut?

Yes. Non-owner SR-22 policies provide liability coverage when you rent a vehicle, and the SR-22 certificate remains active as long as the policy is in force. Connecticut law requires rental agencies to offer liability coverage, but your non-owner policy satisfies the state minimum and allows you to decline the rental agency's liability add-on. Non-owner policies do not include physical damage coverage for the rental vehicle — you still need the rental agency's collision damage waiver or a separate rental car policy.

Can I get non-owner SR-22 if my license is currently suspended in Connecticut?

Yes, but you must reinstate your license before the non-owner SR-22 policy becomes legally effective for driving. Connecticut requires you to pay the reinstatement fee, complete any court-ordered programs, and file SR-22 proof of insurance before the DMV removes the suspension. You can purchase the non-owner SR-22 policy while suspended — the carrier files the certificate immediately — but you cannot legally drive until the DMV processes your reinstatement, which takes 5–10 business days after the SR-22 is received.