Interlock Device News
LAW: Washington’s Ignition Interlock Compliance-Based Removal Extends to 6 Months
Washington is enforcing a stronger regulation for those who must use an Ignition Interlock Device. The state will now be extending compliance-based Ignition Interlock removal from four to six months to all applicable individuals. The new law, House Bill 1614, was signed by the Governor and took effect September 1, 2017. Details on Washington’s New […]
The New Pennsylvania DUI Law: What’s it Mean to You?
August 25 was the date when Pennsylvania kicked off its new DUI law. What changes have been made, and what’s this mean to someone with a DUI conviction? In most cases, an offender will need an Ignition Interlock Device through an Ignition Interlock Limited License. Ignition Interlocks are installed in one’s vehicle. When the user […]
DUI Law Study: The Strictest and Most Lenient States in 2017
Since states enacted stronger DUI regulations, drunk driving deaths fell 57 percent from 1982 to 2015. Although this means less tragedy, there is still more work to do to make our nation’s roadways safe. A person still dies every 51 minutes in the U.S. due to a drunk driver. The Strictest and Most Lenient States […]
New Ignition Interlock Study Shows Increase in Installs Throughout the U.S.
The Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) released a national study this year on currently installed Ignition Interlocks. TIRF is a road safety research institute that seeks to reduce impaired driving through raising awareness and sharing knowledge that saves lives. Their study is in conjunction with the Association of Ignition Interlock Program Administrators (AIIPA). This report […]
CANADA: Government Member Pulled Over for Drunk Driving Supports Ignition Interlocks
In Canada, a member of the Saskatchewan Party caucus pleaded guilty to drunk driving in August 2016. After having to use an Ignition Interlock for a year, he now supports the expanded use of Interlocks throughout the Canadian province. McMorris Supports Ignition Interlocks According to news reports, MLA Don McMorris stated that the Interlock system […]
NEWS: Interlock Devices are a Proven Tool to End Drunk Driving
According to recent news articles and studies, Interlock Devices are the most effective and direct tool in reducing drunk driving. In addition, per the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, “Ignition Interlock laws reduce alcohol-involved fatal crashes.” Interlock Devices Help People When the Boston Globe interviewed a current Interlock Device client in Massachusetts, she said, “I […]
