New Mexico Ignition Interlock Device Questions

Once you have received a DWI charge in the state of New Mexico, court and Ignition Interlock Device installation will be mandatory. In most cases, you can benefit from being proactive and installing an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) as soon as possible.

Once you have scheduled your Ignition Interlock Device (IID) installation with Smart Start, you will need to bring the following to your IID installation appointment:

1. Vehicle registration
2. Two forms of identification
3. Either the owner of the vehicle or a notarized consent form completed by the owner of the vehicle stating that you have permission to install the Ignition Interlock Device (IID)
4. Any relevant court documents you may have received during your judging and sentencing

Once you have installed your Ignition Interlock Device (IID) with Smart Start, you will need to bring a copy of your Smart Start lease agreement back to your State authority as proof of installation.

Smart Start is a certified and licensed Ignition Interlock Device provider for the state of New Mexico, so you can rest assured that our Ignition Interlock Devices (IIDs) will be compliant with your program.  Smart Start’s IIDs are also tested to meet the standards set by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

If you violate in the state of New Mexico, you must bring your vehicle to a Smart Start service center within five days for servicing. If you are a Metro Court client, you will have two days to bring in your vehicle for service. Different State authorities handle violations differently, so please ask your State authority for specific rules and any additional consequences.

If your Ignition Interlock Device (IID) was ordered by the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Department (MVD) or court, you must service your IID every two months or 60 days.  If you were ordered by Metro Court, you must service your Ignition Interlock Device every 30 days.

In the state of New Mexico, the consequences differ as follows:

1^st DWI: You will need to have the Ignition Interlock Device for six months to one year.
2^nd DWI: You will need to have the Ignition Interlock Device for two years.
3^rd DWI: You will need to have the Ignition Interlock Device for two years.
4^th DWI: You will need to have the Ignition Interlock Device permanently.

In order to remove your Ignition Interlock Device (IID) in New Mexico, you will need your Judgment and Sentencing (J&S) paper work, a copy of your ignition interlock license and a copy of your reinstated license.  All of this will need to be submitted two weeks prior to your estimated removal date.  Once the information has been submitted, please allow three to seven days for approval.

In New Mexico, if you have an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) requirement, but you don’t own a vehicle, Smart Start can install the IID on a vehicle that you don’t own—as long as you have a 3^rd party consent form.

New Mexico only requires that you install the Ignition Interlock Device (IID) on one vehicle.  However, if you are caught driving a vehicle that is not equipped with an Ignition Interlock Device, you will be ticketed for driving while your license is revoked.

New Mexico does not have a boundary limit, so you can service your Ignition Interlock Device (IID) at any Smart Start service center nationwide.  However, if you are indigent, you will not receive indigent credit if you service your IID outside of New Mexico.

If your Ignition Interlock Device (IID) was ordered by the New Mexico Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or the court, ten skipped or failed tests or one circumvention will constitute a violation.  If your Ignition Interlock Device was ordered by Metro Court, one skipped or failed test or one circumvention will constitute a violation.

To install a breath alcohol Ignition Interlock Device on your vehicle or a family member’s vehicle voluntarily, click the chat window below, fill out our online form, or call Smart Start at 800.831.3299 to speak with one of our customer care advocates and schedule a voluntary installation appointment.  You will need to provide identification and state specifically that the Ignition Interlock Device is voluntary and not ordered.

In New Mexico, judgment and sentencing will clearly state if you need a camera or other peripherals.

In New Mexico, the time of installation varies with the court.  If your Ignition Interlock Device (IID) is installed prior to actual sentencing, the court may give credit for time installed prior to that sentencing.  However, the court is not required to give credit for that time.  Consult with your attorney to determine when you should install the Ignition Interlock Device.

No, the camera only snaps a picture when the client begins to take a test.  There is no live video feed.

In the state of New Mexico, your State authority will be stated on your Judgement and Sentencing paper work.

The California DMV will only certify and approve Ignition Interlock Device (IID) providers that fit state requirements.  Smart Start is certified and approved as an IID provider in California.  Your State authority will specify any additions to the basic Ignition Interlock Device.  As long as your ignition interlock provider is on the DMV-approved list, you can install with that provider.

In New Mexico, you can pay for calibration by cash, money order, Visa, or MasterCard at the Smart Start service center at the time of service.

New Mexico requires that you keep a copy of all of your service records and can request a copy of your record at any time.  Smart Start sends a record of all of your service appointments to the State on your behalf at no additional cost to you.

No. While the Ignition Interlock Device (IID) does provide an additional draw on your battery, the draw is very low (less than a clock radio).  The IID will not affect the vehicle’s charging system unless there is already a problem with the alternator or battery.

Motorcycle Ignition Interlock installation laws differ by state. Smart Start operates throughout the U.S. as a certified manufacturer and will work harder than other companies to provide you a seamless Interlock program that still follows your case requirements in the state of New Mexico. Please call our Customer Care Center at 800-831-3299 if you have any questions.

Per New Mexico statute, the Ignition Interlock Device (IID) is connected to your horn.  It signals you when you have either missed a test, skipped a test, failed a test, or circumvented/bypassed the Ignition Interlock Device.  However, this connection will not harm your vehicle.