SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Secretary of State Jesse White’s office is launching a new initiative to help reduce the number of uninsured drivers in Illinois.
Beginning July 1, auto insurance verification will be conducted electronically, according to Secretary of State Spokesperson Henry Haupt.
“It doesn’t require those who have automobile insurance to do anything. The electronic verification is done between our office and the insurance companies themselves,” Haupt said.
Under the new system, insurance will be verified randomly at least twice a year. Those that don’t appear to be covered will be notified.
“If you are someone who does have automobile insurance, and you receive a letter from us, you just contact your insurance agent, and they will work through our office electronically,” Haupt said.
Drivers that can’t be verified will be given a chance to prove they have car insurance. If they can’t, they face license plate suspension and a $100 reinstatement fee.
