Reader’s question:

How long do you have to carry SR-22 in Florida and does that start as soon as you are notified to have it?

Michael

Thank you for asking Michael.

You have to carry an sr-22 for three years in Florida and the three years begins from the date that you first get the sr-22 and should maintain continuos coverage.

If for instance, you were allowed to cancel sr-22 during those three years, then the period of three years will start from the day you begin again. So basically, the time period for carrying sr-22 begins at the notification date or the suspension date.

Since the period of time to carry sr-22 may also vary depending on various reasons, the start date may also vary. I would suggest that you contact Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (HSMV) to know when the 3 year time period started for your requirement to carry sr-22.Once the sr-22 has been received by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, this will be filed and added to the financial responsibility database.

Goodluck!

MariCAR