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Once you complete an SR22 form, you meet the Illinois minimum auto insurance liability requirement. Still, you may wonder how long it remains in effect, or how to confirm it’s actually on file. Insured ASAP makes it easy to check your SR22 status with quick, real-time, hassle-free communication.
If you face a court-ordered license suspension, here are the facts on what SR22 is, who needs one, and how to check your status.
What Is SR22 and Who Needs One?
SR22 is not technically an insurance policy — it’s a form filed with the state to prove you’re meeting Illinois’ minimum auto liability insurance requirements. Not every driver needs one. You’ll typically need an SR22 if you:
- Have been convicted of driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated
- Have serious or repeat traffic offenses
- Have a suspended or revoked license
- Were found at-fault for an accident while uninsured
Once completed, SR22 coverage typically stays on file for three years in Illinois, though the state can extend this if there are new violations during that period.
How the SR22 Filing Process Works
As soon as you receive a notice from the Illinois Secretary of State, you’ll need to file an SR22 form — you have 90 days from receiving that notice to do so. From there, get in touch with our insurance company in Chicago and we’ll submit the filing on your behalf. The form is mailed directly to the Secretary of State, and we’ll send you a copy as soon as we receive confirmation.
How to Check SR22 Status in Illinois
Currently, there is no automated way to check your SR22 status in Illinois. However, there are still simple ways to confirm your coverage status. One way is to call the Secretary of State’s Safety & Responsibility hotline at 217-782-3720. After providing your social security and driver’s license numbers, the Secretary of State’s office can give you information about your license status and SR22.
Another option is to call or text Insured ASAP. We only require that you text us a picture of your driver’s license. Then, our agents contact the Secretary of State’s office and ask any of the following questions to get you the information you need:
- When your SR22 expires
- SR22 grace period and insurance lapses
- Your driver’s license status
- If you have a suspended or revoked license
We make it easy to get SR22 updates whenever you need them.
How to Find Out When Your SR22 Expires
If you already completed an SR-22 certificate and are waiting for the state to reinstate your license, we can also help you find out when the SR-22 requirement expires. This period usually lasts around three years in Illinois, but durations may vary depending on your specific suspension. Call the Secretary of State’s office or us to confirm when your SR-22 insurance coverage expires.
Contact Insured ASAP to Check Your SR22 Status
Give us a call at 800-641-7488 or text us to learn more about your SR22 status. We’re also available to help you find affordable car insurance in Illinois. Our insurance specialists work with multiple carriers to find you the right coverage at the right price.
