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What happens if you drive without car insurance in Massachusetts?
I'm considering letting my insurance lapse to save costs. What happens if I get pulled over for a routine traffic stop and I don't have it?
Sophie Newman · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“In Massachusetts, it’s considered a civil motor vehicle infraction (CMVI) to drive without an active
car insurance
policy.If caught driving without one, you could face:
- a $500 fine
- an additional $500 payment or one full year premium of compulsory insurance (whichever is larger)
- suspension of your driver’s license and registration for 60 days with a $500 fee for reinstatement
- up to a year in jail
In short, driving without car insurance can be a costly endeavor, but if you’re looking to save money on car insurance,
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