{"id":907,"date":"2022-12-29T18:07:51","date_gmt":"2022-12-29T18:07:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sr22adviser.com\/guidance-and-tips\/?p=907"},"modified":"2022-12-29T18:07:51","modified_gmt":"2022-12-29T18:07:51","slug":"what-is-an-ignition-interlock-device","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sr22adviser.com\/guidance-and-tips\/insurance-facts\/what-is-an-ignition-interlock-device\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is an Ignition Interlock Device?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you have been convicted of a DUI, you may be required to get <\/span>SR-22 insurance<\/span><\/a> before you can get your license back. But did you know that some states require you to install an ignition interlock device at your own expense as well?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This article walks you through everything you need to know about interlock devices, including how they work, how much they cost and where to get one.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What Is an<\/span><\/b> Ignition Interlock Device (IID)?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

An ignition interlock device (IID) is a special type of breathalyzer that\u2019s installed in your car. It\u2019s connected to the car\u2019s starter and won\u2019t allow you to start the engine unless you blow into it and test within the acceptable blood alcohol content (BAC) limit.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As with <\/span>SR-22 requirements<\/span><\/a>, each state sets its own rules about who can get back on the road with an interlock device. Some states require an IID for repeat offenders, while others require it after your first DUI conviction.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How Much Does<\/span><\/b> an IID Cost?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Installing an ignition interlock device typically costs between $70 and $150. Since most people don\u2019t plan to use an IID permanently, it\u2019s more common to lease a device, which might cost between $60 to $90 per month. This includes required monthly reporting by the manufacturer, as well as any additional technology (cameras, GPS, etc.) that are required in your state.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Of course, this is all in addition to the <\/span>higher cost of SR-22 insurance<\/span><\/a> that you\u2019ll need to carry while you have your IID. If you can\u2019t afford the cost of an interlock device, some states offer financial assistance. It\u2019s also possible to get an exemption from a doctor or employer, but this is very rare.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Where to Get an IID<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Your state\u2019s DMV site will contain more information about where to get an IID, including a list of approved manufacturers. Some of the biggest IID manufacturers include:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n