Texas · DWI · Checked October 2026
SR-22 Insurance After a DWI in Texas
SR-22 Insurance After a DWI in Texas: What Are the Rules?
What Texas requires for proof of insurance after a DWI.
- Filing
- SR-22
- Required after a DWI
- Yes
- How long
- Filed evidence of financial responsibility may be cancelled only after the second anniversary of the date it was required, and only if DPS received no suspension-triggering conviction in the preceding two years
Who Needs an SR-22 in Texas
Texas requires an SR-22 filing after a DWI conviction.
How Long You Need It in Texas
Filed evidence of financial responsibility may be cancelled only after the second anniversary of the date it was required, and only if DPS received no suspension-triggering conviction in the preceding two years.
More on DWI Law in Texas
See the full overview of DWI laws in Texas and read about how SR-22 and FR-44 filings work.
This page summarizes Texas law from official sources, checked October 2026. It isn't legal advice; a lawyer licensed in Texas can advise on your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Do You Need an SR-22 in Texas?
Filed evidence of financial responsibility may be cancelled only after the second anniversary of the date it was required, and only if DPS received no suspension-triggering conviction in the preceding two years.