Separating Drinking from Driving

Smart Start is the nation’s premier provider of ignition interlock services and technology. Every day, Smart Start prevents intoxicated drivers from endangering themselves, their families and their fellow citizens by separating drinking from driving. Smart Start is the smart choice for both monitored drivers and court/public safety authorities.

What is an ignition interlock device?

An ignition interlock device is an in-car alcohol breath screening device that prevents a vehicle from starting if it detects a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) over a pre-set limit. The device is located inside the vehicle, near the driver’s seat, and is connected to the engine's ignition system.

Smart Start services ignition interlock programs in the following states:

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.