Car Insurance Maine
Reader’s Question:
What is the penalty in the state of Maine for driving without insurance and registration?
Amy
Portland, ME
The penalties for driving without insurance and registration in the state of Maine are quite severe. A registration that is expired will get you a summons and warning. If the vehicle has not been registered at all or within the last 150 days and you are stopped by a police officer it will be considered a Class E crime. In Maine a Class E crime can permit you to be arrested and go before a district court judge. Class E offense is six months if found guilty.
In Maine, being convicted of driving without insurance is a traffic violation (and also a Class E crime) for which a fine of not less than $100 and not more than $500 may be assessed. Your vehicle and license registration can also be suspended. The suspension will go on until financial responsibility is proven and there are other requirements that might be compulsory. You might then have a restricted license for a time period of time also.