«Our study demonstrates the value of
mandatory ignition interlock laws across the United States,» said study leader Emma McGinty.
It also said
mandatory ignition interlocks should be required for drunk drivers, and there should be a three - tiered licensing system for new drivers under 21.
Not exact matches
«Until recently, there hasn't been any evidence on whether these [
ignition interlock] laws prevent alcohol - involved fatal crashes, and specifically whether
mandatory / all laws are more effective than permissive and partial laws,» McGinty said in a Hopkins news release.
Ten consecutive days in jail; home detention possible; fine of not less than $ 1250; required alcohol screening / education / treatment; required certified
ignition interlock device;
mandatory community service.
For a first offense, you could potentially serve time behind bars along with heavy fines, probation, suspension of your license and even the
mandatory installation of an
ignition interlock device.
Stream A consists of persons who enter a guilty plea within 90 days of being charged whereas everyone else falls into Stream B. Stream B offenders can apply to have their
mandatory minimum one - year licence suspension shortened to as little as six months provided they comply with the eligibility requirements and regulations of the
ignition interlock program.
The
ignition interlock device is
mandatory for second and subsequent violations and must be installed during your suspension period as well as for a 1 to 3 year period after your court ordered suspension.
Once convicted of an alcohol - related offense, the district court may mandate the installation of an
ignition interlock device which must then stay on the vehicle for the following
mandatory periods:
-- Community service up to 80 hours — Minimum fine of $ 2,000 for driving with a BAC of.15 or above —
Mandatory use of an
ignition Interlock Device for 1 year after suspension — Complete drug and / or alcohol treatment program