Wisconsin · OWI · Checked October 2026

SR-22 Insurance After an OWI in Wisconsin

SR-22 Insurance After an OWI in Wisconsin: What Are the Rules?

What Wisconsin requires for proof of insurance after an OWI.

Filing
SR-22
Required after an OWI
Yes
How long
3 years from the date you are eligible to reinstate; not required after a revocation whose only reason is a first-offense OWI, but required to get an occupational license

Who Needs an SR-22 in Wisconsin

Wisconsin requires an SR-22 filing after an OWI conviction.

Official source: who needs an sr-22 (Wisconsin)

How Long You Need It in Wisconsin

3 years from the date you are eligible to reinstate; not required after a revocation whose only reason is a first-offense OWI, but required to get an occupational license

Official source: how long you need it (Wisconsin)

More on OWI Law in Wisconsin

See the full overview of OWI laws in Wisconsin and read about how SR-22 and FR-44 filings work.

This page summarizes Wisconsin law from official sources, checked October 2026. It isn't legal advice; a lawyer licensed in Wisconsin can advise on your case.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long Do You Need an SR-22 in Wisconsin?

3 years from the date you are eligible to reinstate; not required after a revocation whose only reason is a first-offense OWI, but required to get an occupational license

Sources

  1. Insurance filing

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