Ignition Interlock Device
Ignition Interlock is a device installed in a motor vehicle, which prevents the
ignition from starting unless the driver blows a breath sample
into the device. If the alcohol concentration of the breath
sample exceeds 0.05, the motor vehicle engine will not start.
Requirements:
Section 316.193, Florida Statutes, requires ignition interlock
devices to be installed on the vehicles of persons convicted of DUI.
The ignition interlock program began July 1, 2003, but affects anyone
convicted of DUI after July 1, 2003 upon eligibility of reinstatement
for driver license.
A person convicted of DUI who applies to the Division of Driver
Licenses for driver license reinstatement will be directed to an
ignition interlock provider. The ignition interlock device must be
installed on the vehicle prior to receiving a license.
Although the program began July 1, 2003, installation and monitoring
will not be available until 2004.
Costs to the Defendant:
The average cost to the convicted person for installation of an
ignition interlock device is $70.00 and for monthly monitoring
and calibration is $65.00-$75.00
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First IID Violation Appointment Fee = $25.00
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IID Case Management Appointment Fee = $55.00
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IID Case Management Missed Appointment Fee = $55.00
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IID Monthly Appointment Fee = $25.00
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IID Monthly Missed Appointment Fee = $25.00
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For more information Contact the
Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles:
www.hsmv.fl.us.
DUI Conviction
Ignition Interlock
First Conviction
If Court Ordered
First Conviction if 0.20 or minor in the car
Up to 6 months
Second Conviction
At least 1 year
Second Conviction if 0.20 or minor in car
At least 2 years
Third (& Subsequent) Conviction
At least 2 years
DUI Manslaughter
At least 2 years
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