In California, an SR-22 is typically required for three years from the date of your license reinstatement or the date of the incident that led to the requirement. However, the exact length can vary depending on the nature of your violation and court or DMV instructions. It’s important to maintain continuous coverage during this period. If your SR-22 policy lapses or is canceled before the end of the required term, your insurer is required to notify the DMV, which could result in your license being suspended again and your SR-22 period could be extended.