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New Jersey Auto Insurance Requirements

In order to operate a motor vehicle in the state of New Jersey, drivers must carry auto insurance. The state offers two types of auto insurance policies: standard and basic.

Basic auto insurance is a low-cost policy option designed for those with few assets and/or family responsibilities. Included coverages meet just the minimum state requirements. Additional coverages, such as bodily injury liability, collision, and comprehensive are available. If you purchase this type of insurance, you may not be able to sue another driver for damages incurred in an accident.

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Standard auto insurance is a more extensive coverage option for those who have more to lose in the event of an auto accident. The coverages included in this type of auto insurance provide coverage above and beyond what is required by state law. Standard policy holders are required to carry uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage. In addition, you can purchase additional coverages, such as collision and comprehensive, for maximum protection.

The following tables outline the types of coverage included in each type of policy:


Standard Auto Insurance

Coverage Type Included Coverage
Bodily Injury Liability

$15,000 per person

$30,000 per accident

Property Damage Liability

$5,000

Personal Injury Protection (PIP)

$15,000

Uninsured Motorist Coverage

available up to liability amounts

Underinsured Motorist Coverage

available up to liability amounts




Basic Auto Insurance

Coverage Type Included Coverage
Bodily Injury Liability (optional)

$10,000

Property Damage Liability

$10,000

Personal Injury Protection (PIP)

$5,000




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Auto Insurance for Leased Vehicles in New Jersey (NJ)

Most leasing companies in New Jersey typically require drivers to maintain insurance coverage which exceeds the minimums set by New Jersey state law. This is to protect you financially, as well as your leasing company, should they be held partly responsible. Most leasing companies will recommend the following amounts of insurance coverage:

Read about special auto insurance considerations for drivers in:

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New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission
PO Box 160
Trenton, NJ 08666
www.state.nj.us/mvc
New Jersey Insurance Department
PO Box 325
Trenton, NJ 08625-0325
www.nj.gov/dobi/insmnu.shtml

 

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Last Updated: August 19, 2010

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Key Facts...
Almost two in three auto insurance shoppers used an online quote request in their most recent search. This contrasts with only 4% of auto insurance shoppers who purchased a policy at least five years ago. In 2009, one in every three consumers purchased a policy entirely online.

Source:
comScore Online Auto Insurance Report, 2009

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