or can I keep it in my wallet, which is always with me, since it's been stolen out of my car twice?
2007-02-18 08:36:19 · 16 answers · asked by Carol B 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Insurance & Registration
As long as you can provide the proof if you are pulled over, it doesn't matter where it is kept. It's odd that someone would steal your proof of insurance, they can't use it for their car. Anyway, happy cruising!
2007-02-18 09:28:24 · answer #1 · answered by fisherwoman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It has to be in the car with you when you are driving, it does not have to be in the car when it is parked. Just like registration, you have to show it if pulled over for an infraction or a spot check. If you leave your insurance and registration in your vehicle, and the vehicle is stolen, it is embarassing to tell the police officer you don't know the serial number of the stolen car. Don't laugh, I have had a number of people call our insurance office for that information, telling me the cards were in the car when it was stolen.
2007-02-18 17:40:39 · answer #2 · answered by Fred C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Carol honey.. that's a NO BRAINER.
Keep it with YOU.
I've had my car stolen in the past with my wallet inside. They used my credit cards to put gas, and to order clothes from an Italian Clothing Men's store.
Just don't forget it incase you're pulled over.. but that's obvious. Here in Florida you need to show:
1. Licence
2. Proof of Insurance
3. Registration
... for a routine traffic stop by an officer.
Good Luck.
.
2007-02-18 16:52:21 · answer #3 · answered by rob1963man 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep the information in your wallet and in your car. Our insurance company sends two copies of the information - if your company does not, go somewhere and make a copy.
2007-02-18 16:41:25 · answer #4 · answered by ra63 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hmm...good question. As far as I know, it can't hurt anything if you keep it in your wallet, but just make sure your WALLET doesn't get stolen. Usually, police officers frown on you pulling things out of your pockets...it becomes a hazard for them, and they don't always know what you're going for.
2007-02-18 16:41:07 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think the person who recommended making a copy was on the right track. Make a couple of copies. One for the glove box, one on a visor.
Keep the original in your wallet.
2007-02-18 16:44:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You must (at least in California) have proof of insurance upon being asked by a police officer. Whether you carry it in your wallet, or lock it in your glovebox, you must have proof of insurance in your vehicle upon a traffic stop. I carry one in my wallet, so I have proof of insurance for whatever vehcile I happen to be driving, and I have a copy locked in my glovebox as well, along with a copy of my registration for the vehicle. it's a habit for me to lock and unlock the glovebox upon entering and exiting my vehicle.
2007-02-18 16:41:31 · answer #7 · answered by CNuxoll 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It says 'proof of insurance has to be in the vehicle'. If you and your wallet are in the vehicle, then the proof of insurance is, too.
2007-02-18 16:44:58 · answer #8 · answered by flywho 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I do. The only time you really need it is if you are involved in an accident or if you are stopped by a law enforcement officer. I suppose a copy would also be valid.
2007-02-18 16:40:16 · answer #9 · answered by Lillian L 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are the only person who drives your car, the wallet will be fine. Just don't forget your wallet...
2007-02-18 16:39:40 · answer #10 · answered by ©2009 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋