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Vermont Minimum Car Insurance and Penalties for Driving Without It

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The short answer

Vermont requires liability insurance of at least $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident for injuries, and $10,000 for property damage (25/50/10). Other required coverage: UM/UIM 50/100.

Vermont at a glance

Minimum liability$25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident for injuries, and $10,000 for property damage (25/50/10)
Other required coverageUninsured/underinsured motorist coverage is required in every policy: at least $50,000 for one person and $100,000 for two or more people, plus property damage up to $10,000 per claim with a $150 deductible.
First offense for driving uninsuredDriving without insurance is a traffic violation with a civil penalty of up to $500 and 2 points on your record. Not carrying proof of insurance carries a civil penalty of up to $100, dismissed if you show valid proof within seven business days.
Repeat offenseNot confirmed on a state source; ask the agency
Fee to restore after a lapseNo reinstatement fee if the only suspension on your record is for insurance.

Penalties depend on the court and your record; your citation or notice decides what applies to you.

FAQ

What is the minimum car insurance in Vermont?

Vermont requires liability insurance of at least $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident for injuries, and $10,000 for property damage (25/50/10). Other required coverage: UM/UIM 50/100.

What happens if you drive without insurance in Vermont?

Driving without insurance is a traffic violation with a civil penalty of up to $500 and 2 points on your record. Not carrying proof of insurance carries a civil penalty of up to $100, dismissed if you show valid proof within seven business days.

Sources

  1. dmv.vermont.gov/159
  2. dmv.vermont.gov/suspensions
  3. dmv.vermont.gov/fees
  4. legislature.vermont.gov/00809
  5. legislature.vermont.gov/00675
  6. legislature.vermont.gov/00800
  7. legislature.vermont.gov/00801
  8. legislature.vermont.gov/00941
  9. legislature.vermont.gov/02502
  10. dfr.vermont.gov/764