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Am I required to show proof of insurance to get my license back after 11 years?
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I was pulled over while intoxicated in 2004. I was driving someone else's vehicle. I was charged with no proof of insurance, no inspection sticker, not having my seat belt on and no license. No charges on the intoxication were ever issued. I never went to court just surrendered my license. I have not tried to get my license back in those 11 years. I am my mothers caretaker. She is getting on in years with many medical problems. I don't know how much longer she will be able to drive so I need to get my license back so I can take care of her. The people at the court house are telling me I may go to jail if I don't show proof of insurance. This is impossible after so much time has elapsed and it wasn't even my vehicle.
If your question pertains to West Virginia law, then according to the West Virginia DOT, the law requires all registered vehicles to be insured and proof of insurance in the form of a Certificate of Insurance (WV-1) to be carried in your vehicle at all times.
Whether or not you need the proof of insurance to secure a license, I am not sure - but you certainly need it to drive legally. Therefore, getting the mandated insurance in appropriate amounts is a must in my opinion. You could call your local DOT/DMV office for further information.
Contact the WV DMV at 304.926.2506 to ascertain exact steps needed for license reinstatement. Your insurance carrier could and will provide proof that you had lawful insurance back at the time of the 04' incident for any 2015 need that could inexplicably be needed + you can provide your current 2015 proof of insurance for any current needs. Best wishes to you and your Mother. Sincerely, Harley Wagner
