
Arkansas SR-22 & High-Risk Auto Insurance
Arkansas requires 25/50/25 liability coverage and is an at-fault state.
Find Coverage with Points on Your LicenseArkansas 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
Source: state DMV, insurance department and statute records, verified July 2026
Minimum Coverage Requirements in Arkansas
SR-22 filing is triggered by DUI convictions, driving while suspended, accumulating excessive points, or causing an uninsured accident. The state operates a point system where 14 points in 36 months results in suspension. Most drivers with standard point violations do not need SR-22 unless they reach suspension status.
Liability Insurance
Uninsured Motorist Coverage
Full Coverage
SR-22 Insurance
Non-Standard Auto Insurance
What Drivers Pay in Arkansas
$277–$336/mo
Typical monthly rate in Arkansas, drivers after a speeding ticket
Rate data: ValuePenguin and CarInsurance.com, 2026
What Affects Your Rate
- Point accumulation: Arkansas assigns 3–8 points per violation; carriers recalculate rates at each renewal based on total points
- Coverage lapse duration: gaps longer than 30 days trigger non-standard carrier assignment and higher rates
- Time since violation: most carriers reduce surcharges after 3–5 years if no new violations occur

See What Points Are Really Costing You
Find Coverage with Points on Your LicenseCoverage Types
Liability Insurance
Covers injury and property damage you cause to others. Arkansas minimums are 25/50/25, but most high-risk drivers should carry higher limits to protect assets and avoid personal liability after an at-fault accident.
Full Coverage
Combines liability, collision, and comprehensive. Required by lenders, and essential for high-risk drivers with newer vehicles who cannot afford out-of-pocket replacement costs after an at-fault accident.
SR-22 Insurance
A certificate filed by your insurer proving you carry minimum liability coverage. Required for 3 years after DUI, suspension, or uninsured accident in Arkansas. Not all carriers offer SR-22 filing.
Non-Standard Auto Insurance
Specialty coverage for drivers with DUI, multiple violations, lapses, or SR-22 requirements. Rates are higher but availability is guaranteed when standard carriers decline.
Uninsured Motorist Coverage
Covers your injuries and vehicle damage when hit by a driver with no insurance. Optional in Arkansas but strongly recommended given the state's 16% uninsured rate.
Collision Coverage
Pays for damage to your vehicle after an at-fault accident, regardless of who caused it. Required by lenders and critical for high-risk drivers who cannot self-fund repairs.