If I am convicted of DUI how long do I have to have the Ignition Interlock?
1st Time DUI
- If you have been convicted of first time DUI under a .15 the ignition interlock must be installed for 12 months. This can be reduced to 6 months.
- A DUI conviction over a .15 and below a .20 requires the ignition interlock for a minimum of 12 months.
- A Super Extreme DUI conviction, over a .20, requires the ignition interlock for 18 months.
2nd Time DUI Within 84 Months (after a 1 year license revocation)
- DUI conviction under a .15 the ignition interlock must be installed for 12 month.
- DUI conviction over a .15 and below a .20 requires the ignition interlock for a minimum of 12 months.
- A Super Extreme DUI conviction, over a .20, requires the ignition interlock for a minimum of 2 years.
Early removal of the Ignition Interlock Device
As of right now, there is only one exception to get the ignition interlock removed early:- Your DUI occurred on or after January 1, 2012, and
- Your conviction was for a first time non extreme DUI, and
- You successfully completed an alcohol or drug education course, and
- You had a functioning ignition interlock in your vehicle for 6 months, and
- You did not attempt to drive with a .08 BAC two or more times, and
- You did not have a damage or injury accident.
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