General Information
What to Expect After a First DUI in Georgia
Do you know what to do after getting a first DUI in Georgia? Let’s go over what to expect and how a Smart Start Ignition Interlock can help you get back on the road right away. A First DUI in Georgia Timeline First, at the time of your arrest, you were provided a 1205 Form […]
What Can I Expect Out of My Ignition Interlock Program?
If you need an Ignition Interlock from a court or state requirement, you’re probably wondering how the program will go because you may have the device for a while. For example, how do tests work while you’re driving (also known as ‘random rolling retests’) or service appointments? What are the general functions of the device […]
Can You Install an Ignition Interlock on a Tractor?
If Ignition Interlocks go into vehicles, can they also be in tractors? The answer with Smart Start is, absolutely! Ignition Interlocks and Tractors – Can It Work? First, let’s go over how the Ignition Interlock functions. Ignition Interlocks are breathalyzers that, in most cases, are installed into a motor vehicle like a car or truck. […]
7 BAIID Steps to Follow After Graduating a Michigan Treatment Court
If you are a participant in a Michigan treatment court, you may need to continue using your Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device or BAIID after graduation. In other words, your overseeing authority for your BAIID program can change from a court requirement to the state’s. This means your BAIID provider will need to make a […]
Will I Blow a Violation on My Ignition Interlock from a Dentist Visit?
Will I Blow a Violation on my Ignition Interlock from a Dentist Visit? Once you need to use an Ignition Interlock, many questions may come to mind about how the device will affect your every-day routine. For example, what happens if you have an Ignition Interlock, but you have a dentist visit coming up soon? […]
When Will I Need an Ignition Interlock in Louisiana?
Do you know when you’ll need an Ignition Interlock in Louisiana because of a DWI? You will likely need to install a device since Louisiana requires an Ignition Interlock for most DWI cases. Let’s go over in more detail when you need to get your Ignition Interlock, and how long you’ll need one. Ignition Interlock […]
What to Expect After a First DWI in Arkansas
Do you know what to expect after a first DWI in Arkansas? This can be a stressful time, but it doesn’t have to be if you know a little more about your situation and what your next steps are after your DWI 1st Offense in Arkansas. Let’s go over what a typical first DWI in […]
When Will I Need an Ignition Interlock in Ohio?
Are you wondering if you need an Ignition Interlock in Ohio because of an OVI (Operating a Vehicle Impaired) arrest or conviction? In Ohio, an Ignition Interlock is mandatory for repeat OVI cases, but the device could still be a possibility for a first-time OVI charge because each case is at the judge’s discretion. We’ll […]
What to Expect After a First DUI in California
Do you know what to expect after a first DUI charge in California? For most DUI convictions in Los Angeles, Alameda, Tulare and Sacramento Counties, you’ll have to install an Ignition Interlock Device or car breathalyzer into your vehicle. DUI cases elsewhere in California could mandate an Ignition Interlock, but each case is at the […]
What’s the Difference Between BAC Versus BrAC for Alcohol Measurement?
What’s the difference between BAC and BrAC when measuring alcohol content? And why does Ignition Interlock Device technology use BrAC? The Difference Between BAC and BrAC Here’s the meaning behind BAC and BrAC. BAC stands for blood alcohol concentration and BrAC is breath alcohol concentration. Both measure the alcohol content in your body but in […]
