Reader’s Question:

How long do you have to maintain an SR22 in the state of Bakersfield, California?

Tom

Bakersfield, CA

There are a different reasons as to why an SR 22 may be required in Bakersfield, California and the amount of time one is required to carry this financial responsibility certificate may differ as well.

For instance when your license is suspended under the California Financial Responsibility Law due to an uninsured accident you can request a non-commercial restricted license. According to California DMV One of the requirements to get this license is to file a California Insurance Proof Certificate or SR-22 and keep it on file for a total of four years from the suspension effective date.

For other reinstatements of your license after a revocation or suspension you must carry the SR22 for only three years.

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