Does Car Insurance Go Up After A DUI? 
It is safe to assume that if you are charged and convicted of a DUI violation , your insurance premiums will increase as a result . Different states and insurance companies may handle this differently , but this is considered by the auto insurance companies to be a major violation . Here in CT , major violations remain on your record at DMV for 5 years . In cases where this may not be the first such violation , states may suspend your drivers license either for a time certain or until such time as you successfully complete a driver retraining course . Such a suspension may actually result in your auto incurance being cancelled . Be sure to have an in depth conversation with your Insurance Professional about your particular situation . 