Would activities like vaping, or using e-cigarettes, cause a violation on an Ignition Interlock?

An Ignition Interlock Device can be a requirement if someone is convicted or arrested because of a DUI. If installed, the user will provide a breath sample for the Ignition Interlock to measure their breath alcohol concentration before they can start their vehicle.

Vaping and Ignition Interlocks

Ignition Interlocks have a fuel-cell sensor, which measures your breath alcohol concentration, or BrAC. In other words, an Ignition Interlock’s purpose is to only detect alcohol consumption. The smoke that comes from vaping has no influence whatsoever. It is a good idea, however, to swish your mouth with water before any test so you are clearing out any particles left over, such as the aftereffects of mouthwash or the smoke from vaping.

Do not blow smoke into the Ignition Interlock! Exhaling smoke into your Ignition Interlock can cause damage and will deter you from completing a breath test.

Alcohol Vaping

Vaping alcohol is more dangerous than drinking it since the alcohol goes straight to a person’s lungs without metabolizing first in the stomach and liver. If you do vape alcohol, your Ignition Interlock will detect that amount that you consume. No matter how you digest it, Ignition Interlocks have reliable technology that will read your alcohol consumption. If your BrAC reading is above the fail set point, your vehicle will not start.

Do you have any questions about your Ignition Interlock program? Smart Start’s Customer Care Center is 24/7/365, which means we’re available to help at any time, even during weekends and holidays. Our friendly, knowledgeable service agents can assist you from installation to removal about anything related to your Ignition Interlock.

Need to Install an Ignition Interlock?

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Although Ignition Interlocks are durable, they still must be given the proper care like other devices we use every day, such as our phones.

Taking care of your Ignition Interlock only requires some simple upkeep methods. Keeping your device clean and not being rough with it for example will ensure a smooth and seamless program. It’s also important to maintain some hygienic methods with your Ignition Interlock such as replacing your mouthpieces frequently. During your calibration appointments, your Ignition Interlock is also checked by our friendly service technicians to maintain it is still operating normally.

If you do need to take your Ignition Interlock to a service center, we are available for you. To schedule an appointment or for any help during your program, simply call our Customer Care Center at (800) 831-3299.

Regardless, when installed, your Ignition Interlock Device and your vehicle will act as a symbiotic process. When you perform a successful breath test that only takes seconds, you are getting back on the road again with no problem.

Ignition Interlock’s Test Messages

Need to learn more about what the messages on your Ignition Interlock’s screen mean?

• Warn, Fail and Violation Meanings on Your Ignition Interlock

Abort Test Messages

• Blow Longer
• Don’t Inhale
• Blow Softer
• Abort Tamper
• Mouth Closer

Checking Your Vehicle’s Battery Voltage on Your Ignition Interlock

A vehicle battery voltage of 12 volts is recommended for your Ignition Interlock to perform well. To check your car battery’s voltage, press the pound or # sign, and then the number 2 on your device’s keypad.

Smart Start has helped over a million drivers get back on the road, and we can help you, too. During your Ignition Interlock program, our Customer Care Center is available every day at any time, including holidays and weekends, to help you. If you still need an Ignition Interlock, we can assist you with next steps.

Need an Ignition Interlock Installation Now?

Smart Start is your provider of choice with an affordable program, a reliable device and 24/7/365 customer service. To schedule your installation appointment and receive a quote, call our team today at (800) 831-3299 or fill out our online form.

When a DUI conviction or arrest is made, there are multiple situations that can happen. Although there are many license and/or court requirements that vary by state or even county, common scenarios include but are not limited to these situations.

• Your license is suspended and you must install an Ignition Interlock to legally drive during that suspension period
• You avoid license suspension by installing an Ignition Interlock for a certain period
• You choose to wait out your suspension without installing an Ignition Interlock

One option won’t allow you to drive at all. The other two will. Since requirements vary, check with your attorney, court, and/or DMV office to determine which options are available to you.

License Suspensions Versus Ignition Interlocks

Ignition Interlocks are devices that prevent the driver from starting their vehicle if their BrAC level is too high. In all states, there is some type of court or state-mandated requirement for Ignition Interlocks due to a DUI conviction or arrest. Currently, 32 states and D.C. implement an all-offender law, which studies show is the most effective Ignition Interlock law.

An Ignition Interlock is a physical tool that stops drunk driving. There is nothing stopping an intoxicated individual from starting their car and driving on a suspended or restricted driver’s license. In fact, 50 to 75 percent of convicted drunk drivers continue to drive on a suspended license in the U.S.

In Pennsylvania, an individual could have their license suspended for a year. This isn’t an ideal situation for someone who needs to drive to work or school. Ignition Interlocks allow offenders to contribute to society again but physically stops them from driving drunk.

All-offender Ignition Interlock laws can reduce drunk driving deaths by 15 percent nationwide, which is a big change for a nation where drunk driving fatalities rose for the second year in a row. And there is a 67 percent reduction in recidivism, or re-arrests, for offenders who use Ignition Interlocks.

It’s clear that Ignition Interlocks are the answer to safer roadways, and are a fitting requirement for DUI offenders during any license revocation or suspension period. If Ignition Interlocks are the only option after a drunk driving offense, everyone experiences a safer environment while individuals can still lead meaningful lives with the ability to drive again safely.

Need an Ignition Interlock?

Smart Start has helped over a million drivers get back on the road, and we can help you, too. Our Ignition Interlock is discreet, fast and easy to use. We also provide affordable pricing with specials and discounts happening every day. Schedule your installation appointment and receive an online quote by calling (800) 831-3299 or by filling out our online form.

Were you convicted of an OUI and need an Ignition Interlock in Connecticut? All alcohol-related suspensions of your driver’s license will require you to install an Ignition Interlock on any vehicle you own or operate.

Here’s the factors that require you to use an Ignition Interlock in Connecticut.

Drivers 21-Years-Old and Older with a BAC of .08 or Higher

Drivers Under 21-Years-Old with a BAC of .02 or Higher

If You Refused to Submit to a Breath, Blood or Urine Test (Any Age)

When Do I Get My Ignition Interlock Installed in Connecticut?

In Connecticut, failing or refusing your chemical test will result in your license being suspended for at least 45 days or until you turn 21, whichever period is longer. All arrests on or after July 1, 2015 require you to install an Ignition Interlock as a condition of your license reinstatement. Once your license suspension period has ended (usually after 45 days), this is when you’ll need to choose an Ignition Interlock company and install the device into any vehicle you own or operate. Depending on your case, you may need to wait more than 45 days until your reinstatement of driving privileges.

What to Bring to My Smart Start Connecticut Ignition Interlock Installation Appointment

Make sure to take:

• your proof of residency (a rent or utility bill),
• and your photo ID to the installation appointment.

Get Back on the Road with the Most Reliable Ignition Interlock in Connecticut!

Smart Start offers an easy-to-use Ignition Interlock and 24/7/365 customer service assisting you throughout your affordable program. Make sure to ask for any current Ignition Interlock specials or discounts! To schedule an installation appointment, call our Customer Care Center at (800) 831-3299 or by filling out our online form.