Reader Question Is there a possibility of having my driver’s license suspended or taken away from me for not carrying a proof of auto insurance in the state of Alabama ?

Sandra, Decatur AL

Hey there Sandra,

First of all girl, you gotta carry proof of auto insurance in all states, it’s the law and breaking it will cost you time and money. As to your question, there is a possibility of having your driver’s license suspended, but to the best of my knowledge this does not happened for your first offense, at least not in Alabama anyway.

However, I have been told that some police officers will ask you to present proof of insurance and you can’t show any, you will be guilty of improper conduct and will have a fine of $500.

When I would imagine if you got caught the second or third time without proof, you might face suspension or something along those lines. My dad always told me, if you cant afford auto insurance you can’t afford to drive a car.