Penalties For DUI Conviction In Washington

Reader’s Question:
I know that the penalty for DUI offense here in Washington involves jail time. I’m not quite sure though for how long. Can you tell me? Also, can you tell me the other penalties for DUI conviction?
Beth
Olympia, WA
Sure Beth!
For first time offenders, the penalty for DUI offense in Washington includes a jail time for [...]

What Is An SR22 Insurance For DUI In Washington

Reader’s Question:
I had recently been convicted of DUI and my insurer here in Washington canceled my current policy and they said I should get a DUI SR22 Insurance. I felt very bad about this for I have been insured with them for several years already and now that I had a problem they suddenly [...]

Who Are Required To Get SR22 Insurance In Washington

Reader’s Question:
What could be the reason why my brother is being required to have SR22 insurance in Washington and how can he get that?
Aila
Everett, WA
Your brother must have received an alarming letter from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) asking a certificate of financial responsibility. He need not have to be so nervous because he [...]

What Happens To Car Insurance After Accident In Washington

Reader’s Question:
I am about to renew my Car Insurance Policy here in Washington and I just had a little accident a couple of months ago. Will my car insurers check my record or since it is renewal they wouldn’t check? And what could be the possible thing that can happen to my policy?
Jim
Tacoma, WA
There [...]

Does Auto Insurance Increases During Winter?

Reader’s Question:
Is it true that my car insurance provider here in Washington can increase my auto insurance rates during winter?
Claude
Bellingham, WA
It is quite possible for your auto insurance provider there in Washington to increase your rates during the winter season. And you can’t really blame them, winter is a very perilous time to be on [...]

Factors That Affect Auto Insurance Rates In Washington

Reader’s Question:
My rates has recently been increased by my car insurance provider here in Washington. I’m wondering if my recent traffic violation got anything to do with it. Can you tell me what factors can affect my insurance rates?
Jeffrey
Seattle, WA
It is quite possible that the added traffic violation ticket against your driving record there in [...]

Where To Find SR22 Auto Insurance Washington

Reader’s Question:
A friend of mine asked me to help her find SR22 auto insurance here in Washington because she was convicted for DUI. What exactly is SR22 auto insurance and how can she find one?
Collette
Bellevue, WA
Your friend might have received the dreaded Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) letter requesting a certificate of financial responsibility because [...]

What Happens To My Washington Auto Insurance After DUI

Reader’s Question:
I have a DUI conviction a year ago here in Washington. I need to renew my auto insurance. What will happen to my insurance? Is there a chance that it can be renewed?
Cyrus
Seattle, WA
Most insurance companies check your motor vehicle record only once every three years or if you are applying for a new [...]