What is an Ignition Interlock Device?
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What is an ignition interlock device? An ignition interlock device, or IID, is a piece of equipment installed in a vehicle to prevent drinking and driving. The unit consists of a handheld device, a removable mouthpiece to blow into, and a cord that wires into your vehicle's engine.
Before you are allowed to start the vehicle, you must blow into the mouthpiece on the device. If the level of alcohol detected is below the maximum threshold, you will be allowed to start your vehicle. If the breath sample fails, you will not be allowed to start your vehicle.
Ignition interlock devices have been monumental in helping to reduce the number of repeat drunk driving offenses. Most states now require ignition interlock devices to be installed after all DUI offenses, including first offenses. Intoxalock continues to provide devices with the highest level of accuracy, precision, and reliability. Contact us today to learn more about installing an ignition interlock device in your vehicle.
About the Basics of Ignition Interlock Devices
Drivers who have been convicted of a drunk driving charge in most states may be required to install a breathalyzer in order to legally resume driving abilities. The time when you need to install a legally mandated IID will depend upon your state regulations.
You can choose to install an ignition interlock device even if you haven’t been legally required to do so. Intoxalock offers special voluntary pricing to help protect you and your loved ones. IIDs have been used in alcohol treatment processes for accountability and peace of mind in avoiding dangerous outcomes.
Before selecting an IID provider, you will want consider whether the provider is certified in your state, has convenient locations, has no history of suspensions or decertifications within your state, and has an easy-to-use device. Read more about why Intoxalock is an industry leading ignition interlock provider.
