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Mississippi DUI or Violation: What Happens Next

Mississippi requires 25/50/25 liability coverage and is an at-fault state.

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Mississippi at a Glance

25/50/25

Minimum liability limits, in thousands of dollars (per person / per accident / property)

At-fault

The at-fault driver's insurance pays for the damage they cause

Optional

PIP and uninsured motorist coverage are not required by law

No

A defensive driving course does not remove points here

Source: state DMV, insurance department and statute records, verified July 2026

Minimum Coverage Requirements in Mississippi

After a DUI, suspension, or serious violation in Mississippi, your current insurer will typically non-renew your policy at the next renewal date—or cancel it immediately if the violation triggers their underwriting rules. Most carriers in Mississippi do not offer coverage to drivers with recent major violations, which means you'll need to find a non-standard carrier. Mississippi also requires drivers with certain violations to file an SR-22 certificate proving continuous coverage, typically for three years.

SR-22 Certificate

SR-22 is not a type of insurance—it is a certificate your insurer files with the state proving you carry the required minimum liability coverage. Not all carriers offer SR-22 filing; you'll need a non-standard carrier that specializes in high-risk drivers.

Non-Standard Auto Insurance

Non-standard auto insurance is coverage sold by carriers that specialize in high-risk drivers—those with DUIs, violations, lapses, or suspensions on their record. These carriers accept profiles that standard insurers decline, but charge higher premiums to offset the increased risk. Availability in Mississippi varies by county and violation type.

Liability Insurance

If you're required to file SR-22, this is the minimum coverage your certificate will prove. Carrying only state minimums leaves you exposed to significant out-of-pocket costs in a serious accident.

High-Risk Auto Insurance

High-risk auto insurance encompasses all coverage types for drivers classified as high-risk due to violations, DUIs, accidents, or lapses. In Mississippi, high-risk policies often include SR-22 filing as part of the package. Premiums reflect your elevated risk profile and typically decrease gradually over three to five years if you maintain a clean record.

Comprehensive and Collision Coverage

If you have a loan or lease, your lender will require comprehensive and collision coverage even with a violation on your record. Non-standard carriers in Mississippi offer these coverages, but expect higher deductibles and premiums compared to standard-market rates.

What Drivers Pay in Mississippi

$252–$256/mo

Typical monthly rate in Mississippi, drivers after a speeding ticket

Rate data: ValuePenguin and CarInsurance.com, 2026

What Affects Your Rate

  • Time since violation: rates begin to decrease after three years of clean driving, with the steepest drop at year five
  • Number of violations: multiple violations within three years compounds rate increases and limits carrier availability
  • County and zip code: urban areas like Jackson and Gulfport typically see higher high-risk premiums due to accident density and theft rates
  • Carrier availability: Mississippi has fewer non-standard carriers than neighboring states, which limits competition and keeps rates higher for violation drivers
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Coverage Types

High-Risk Auto Insurance

Coverage designed for drivers with DUIs, suspensions, violations, or lapses. High-risk policies in Mississippi typically include SR-22 filing and are sold by non-standard carriers that specialize in elevated-risk profiles.

SR-22 Insurance

Not a separate policy, but a certificate filed by your insurer proving you carry continuous liability coverage. Required in Mississippi for DUI, driving without insurance, and certain serious violations.

Non-Standard Auto Insurance

Policies sold by carriers that accept drivers rejected by standard insurers. Non-standard carriers in Mississippi evaluate risk differently and offer coverage to DUI and violation drivers, but at higher premiums.

Liability Insurance

Covers bodily injury and property damage you cause to others. Mississippi's typical minimum is 25/50/25, but carrying higher limits protects your assets if you cause a serious accident.

Find Your City in Mississippi

Jackson

urban

Gulfport

suburban

Southaven

suburban

Hattiesburg

suburban

Biloxi

urban

Tupelo

urban

Olive Branch

suburban

Clinton

suburban