California DUI and Ignition Interlock Devices ("IIDs")
Ignition interlock devices ("IIDs") are increasingly present among California DUI penalties.
IIDs are essentially mini-breathalyzer instruments that are installed in the dashboard of your car and prevent it from operating unless and until you provide an alcohol-free breath sample.
Following conviction for a California DUI charge, if the judge orders you to install an IID as part of your probation, you must have one professionally installed...and you must have one installed in every car you own or drive. Significantly, you must also pay for it.
The laws and practices regarding California DUI and ignition interlock devices are constantly evolving. For example, employer-owned cars and motorcycles are presently exempt from this rule. That could change. Moreover, IDD regulations are inconsistently applied. People also respond to them differently. For one person, an IID can provide access to an otherwise unobtainable restricted license. For another, it can be a burdensome and unwelcome expense.
Whether an IID will be a help or hindrance, our Los Angeles DUI Lawyers encourage you to consult with an attorney who can assist help you obtain the best possible result regarding whatever California DUI charge you're facing.