Another auxiliary effect that a conviction of this type could have on a defendant’s life is in their car insurance. Virginia requires all drivers to maintain a minimum level of insurance. The rates for these policies and even a company’s willingness to provide insurance are dependent on a person’s driving record.
A conviction may certainly cause an insurance company to think twice about continuing their relationship with a driver. At the very least, this may involve a significant increase in premium rates. In extreme cases, an insurance company may choose to terminate a policy altogether.