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What is an ignition interlock device?

While this device has been slowly getting more incorporated into laws regarding DUI across the nation, many people still do not know exactly what it is. Simply speaking, an ignition interlock device (IID) is a small device that will be installed by wiring it to the ignition of your motor vehicle.

Once installed, it will require that you provide a breath sample every time you get behind the wheel. If there is alcohol that is detected on your breath, the vehicle will refuse to start. Once you are driving, you must continually provide random samples of breath. If you fail to provide a breath sample or if the provided sample has alcohol, the vehicle will log the event, display a warning and continuously alarm the driver until the engine is shut off.

DUI Penalties: Ignition Interlock Device

In the state of California, according to Sections 23700-23702 of the 2010 California Penal Code, of Chapter 5, it has now become necessary for those convicted of DUI to have an ignition interlock device installed into every vehicle that they either jointly or solely lease or own. Every vehicle that they routinely operate must have this device installed. Penalties involving this device include the following:

• First a first DUI offense, it must be installed for five months
• For a second DUI offense, the device must be installed for twelve months
• A third DUI offense requires it to be installed for twenty four months
• A fourth or subsequent offenses require a thirty six month installation

These terms will be extended for someone who has been convicted of a DUI causing injury. If you are currently at risk of facing a penalty of this nature, you do not have a moment to lose. Contact a  DUI defense lawyer at Gold & Witham today and let us begin our fight to protect your best interests.

To schedule your initial case consultation, contact an Orange County DUI attorney from our firm as soon as you can!