Can Teenagers Drive Without Auto Insurance In Maryland
Reader’s Question:
There is no auto insurance coverage on the car that my son is using. One day, he went home and told me that his tags were removed because of failure to maintain car insurance on the vehicle he is driving. Is there a violation like that in Maryland?
Elizabeth
Bowie, MD
If auto insurance had been canceled or there was a lapse on the auto insurance, the vehicle owner is required to return the registration and plates to the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) or to any of its branch office to avoid penalties. Failing to do so may result to penalties like:
- Paying uninsured motorist penalty fee that amounts to $150 for the first month or equivalent to 30 days and $7/day for the succeeding days after;
- Paying a restoration fee amounting to $25;
- Losing the vehicles registration and license plates;
- Prohibiting the driver to register another vehicle as long as the violation for not having auto insurance is not yet cleared and;
- Having the license plates confiscated once the suspension of registration is in effect.
As to how long your son’s plates will be suspended, better check with the MD Motor Vehicle Administration. I would say now is the best time to shop around for auto insurance companies in Maryland. You can get hold of many car insurance rates by just using our website. Start now by entering your zip code.