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The purpose of an Ignition Interlock Device is not just allowing an individual with a revoked license to get back on the road sooner. These devices also protect the public by keeping a driver with a prior DUI conviction from getting behind the wheel after they have been drinking.
So, it stands to reason that Colorado Interlock circumventions have serious penalties.
What Is Colorado Interlock Tampering?
Colorado law prohibits anyone (not just Interlock-restricted drivers) from tampering with an Interlock device.
Tampering includes disabling, bypassing, or interfering with the device, or assisting someone else in doing so. A restricted driver can be charged with tampering if they operate a vehicle with a device the driver knows has been tampered with, even if the restricted driver does not do the tampering themselves.
Colorado Interlock manufacturers design their devices to make tampering almost impossible, and, in many cases, the device will detect when someone attempts to alter the electronics. If the device reports any evidence of tampering, the inspector must advise the Colorado DMV within five days, and loss of driving privileges is likely to result.
What is Interlock Circumvention?
Circumvention occurs when an Interlock-restricted driver operates a vehicle that is not equipped with an Interlock device or improperly operates an Interlock-equipped vehicle. Circumvention also includes driving someone else’s car or asking a non-intoxicated friend to provide a breath sample.
Like tampering, circumvention is a Class 1 Traffic Misdemeanor. A law enforcement officer issuing a citation for circumvention is authorized to confiscate the restricted driver’s license and submit a violation report to the DMV to prevent the restricted driver from further operating the vehicle.
What Are the Penalties for Colorado Interlock Circumvention or Tampering?
As mentioned above, Interlock circumvention and tampering are Class 1 Traffic Misdemeanors in Colorado, and either charge comes with serious penalties.
A conviction for either results in:
- 10 days to 12 months of jail time
- Fines between $300 and $1,000, or both
Additionally, upon a conviction, either one of these situations will happen, based on which one lasts longer:
- The DMV will revoke the restricted license, with the revoked driver ineligible for reinstatement for one year
Or
- The remaining period of restraint will be imposed prior to the issuance of the restricted license
Charges of Interlock circumvention in Colorado are particularly difficult to defend. This is because the statute does not permit plea bargaining unless the prosecuting attorney represents to the court that the prosecution would be unable to present a prima facie case for conviction at trial.
Prima facie means a defendant charged with circumvention cannot plea down to a lesser offense unless the prosecutor is willing to admit that there is insufficient evidence to lead to a conviction for circumvention.
What Should You Do If You Have Been Charged with Interlock Circumvention?
Anyone facing charges of circumventing or tampering with an Interlock device in Colorado should retain an experienced attorney as soon as possible.
If there is any question as to whether circumvention actually occurred, the criminal court is the place to contest the charge. You cannot contest a license revocation with the DMV if you have been convicted criminally, so fighting these charges on the front end is critical if you want any hope of retaining driving privileges.
Having an experienced Colorado DUI attorney identify the weak points in the prosecution’s case and advocate on your behalf at trial can be the difference between a successful defense and losing driving privileges for a year or more (not to mention fines and even jail time).
A driver whose Interlock-restricted license has been revoked due to a conviction or guilty plea can request a subsequent DMV hearing. However, by law, the matters which can be raised with the DMV are limited to whether the revocation should be sustained and for how long it should last. The hearing officer has little discretion; if a driver is convicted of Interlock circumvention, the DMV is required to revoke the restricted license. And if a criminal court has already determined that the circumvention occurred, the DMV will be bound by that ruling.
If a driver is revoked based on an administrative finding, it is important for the driver to request a hearing to contest that revocation.
Interlock restrictions are intended to promote the safety of the driver and the public at large. Interlock circumvention puts both the driver and other motorists or pedestrians at risk.
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I Need Ignition Interlock Financial Assistance in New Jersey!
If you need Ignition Interlock financial assistance in New Jersey, you may be in luck if you are eligible for the state’s program.
What Ignition Interlock Financial Assistance in New Jersey Looks Like
There is an indigent fund in New Jersey for those who need an Ignition Interlock but may not be able to afford the costs. Those who do qualify for financial assistance do not need to pay the Ignition Interlock installation, calibration or removal fees.
If the person’s family income does not exceed 100 percent of the federal poverty level and they do not qualify for the reduced fee, they will receive 50 percent off the monthly Ignition Interlock lease fee.
If the person’s family income does not exceed 149 percent of the federal poverty level, the monthly leasing fee will be 75 percent of the Ignition Interlock lease fee.
Your Ignition Interlock vendor will need to verify three years’ worth of your tax returns. These documents will be sufficient because they provide any information on any public assistance or unemployment benefits, as well as your total expenses.
When’s an Ignition Interlock Mandatory in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, Ignition Interlocks are mandatory for first offenses with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .15. It’s also mandatory for repeat DUI offenses. In addition, they are required if you refused to submit to a breath test. In addition, judges have the discretion to order an Ignition Interlock for first-time offenses with a BAC between .08 and .14.
Your court orders the Ignition Interlock, but it is the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) who issues your Interlock restricted license.
If you do have any questions about Ignition Interlock financial assistance in New Jersey, or anything about your program, our Customer Care Center is more than happy to assist at (800) 831-3299. In addition, you can ask for more information from your regulatory agency, which is the MVC at 609-292-7500.
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If I’m Deaf or Hard of Hearing, and I Need an Ignition Interlock, Can Smart Start Help?
If you are a part of the deaf or hard of hearing community, you’ll have access to the same quality Ignition Interlock program that Smart Start delivers to all of our clients. There’s a reason why we’re the top choice for Ignition Interlock: No one serves their clients with more care and accommodation.
Ignition Interlock Modified for Deaf or Hard of Hearing Clients
Smart Start has built a positive reputation with our clients by providing a seamless and easy Ignition Interlock program since 1992. For our deaf or hard of hearing clients, we provide an external LED light that can be attached to a vehicle’s dash, so a client will know when the Ignition Interlock is prompting for a test.
The external LED light will flash so our deaf or hard of hearing clients can be alerted that they need to perform a random retest. That’s a breath test after passing your initial test to start the vehicle.
Typically, an Ignition Interlock makes a beeping noise to prompt for random retests. However, with the light prompts, our deaf or hard of hearing clients won’t miss a rolling retest.
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When you schedule your Ignition Interlock installation appointment, our agents will let the service shop closest to you know that you need an external light. When you arrive for your appointment, our licensed service technicians will install the Ignition Interlock and the light. They will also provide one-on-one training with a video about our device that shows English or Spanish subtitles. You can also read the full scripts on the Smart Start blog in English or Spanish.
Get Back on the Road with Smart Start
No matter what, Smart Start can provide the best Ignition Interlock program for all our clients at an affordable cost. If you need to install an Ignition Interlock and are deaf or hard of hearing, feel free to fill out our short online form where you can send an email to our agents, or quickly set up an appointment through online chat with one of our chat coordinators. Our 24/7/365 Customer Care Center number is (800) 831-3299.
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How Do I Qualify for Ignition Interlock Financial Assistance in Colorado?
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Ignition Interlocks are a great way for Coloradans with DUI convictions to prove they can be responsible drivers.
First-time offenders may have just made one bad choice. An Ignition Interlock restriction allows them to demonstrate that it won’t happen again. A revoked license can also prevent drivers from earning a living. An Ignition Interlock restriction allows them to return to work.
Unfortunately, though, not all drivers can afford the cost of an Ignition Interlock installation and monthly lease. For these drivers, Ignition Interlock financial assistance in Colorado may be eligible to you.
What is Ignition Interlock Financial Assistance in Colorado?
The Colorado legislature established a fund maintained by the Department of Revenue that assists some low-income drivers with the costs of an Ignition Interlock lease and installation. It is not funded by tax dollars, but through reinstatement fees for drivers who need to reinstate for any reason.
The fund is designed to help qualifying first-time offenders. However the fund is also available to repeat offenders with an initial installation date after January 1, 2014. Drivers in need of assistance can apply through their state-approved Ignition Interlock provider at the time of installation.
Keep in mind, however, that not everyone qualifies, and there is not always sufficient revenue in the fund to help all applicants.
Who is Eligible for Ignition Interlock Financial Assistance in Colorado?
As mentioned above, financial assistance is limited to first-time offenders and repeat offenders with an initial installation after 2014. If a driver falls into one of these two categories, and meets the following guidelines, he or she may be able to receive assistance if:
Ignition Interlock providers (after receiving the applicant’s consent) then use the State Portal to verify income eligibility online based upon Colorado state tax records. Providers do not receive any detailed income information from the state – only whether the applicant qualifies or does not qualify.
How Much Financial Assistance is Available?
If the driver’s income falls under the program’s threshold, and the driver is otherwise qualified, they can receive up to $400 in assistance toward the Ignition Interlock lease charges. Applicants are responsible for any Ignition Interlock costs not covered by the assistance. Department of Revenue funds for the program are limited, so not all applicants will receive the full amount of assistance for which they would otherwise qualify. And, in the event of a subsequent license suspension or revocation, the DMV will immediately terminate any future payments.
How do I Appeal a Denial of Ignition Interlock Financial Assistance?
If an applicant is denied financial assistance based upon income level alone, he or she can appeal the eligibility decision. If the appeal is successful, the driver receives pro-rated assistance on future Ignition Interlock charges, but will not receive reimbursement for any Ignition Interlock charges already incurred.
During the initial application, the State Portal verifies income level based solely upon tax records. However, during the appeal, applicants can prove income using a Notice of Determination issued by the Colorado Division of Human Services relating to other state assistance programs, such as food or medical assistance. In support of an appeal, applicants can also present a Declaration of Indigency entered by the court in the alcohol-related criminal case.
Qualifying for Ignition Interlock financial assistance can be easy. For instance, you may just need to provide your information at the time of application and wait for confirmation of eligibility. But when you need an administrative appeal, the process can be a little more difficult. Drivers who think they have been wrongfully denied Ignition Interlock financial assistance, or who have any other questions about eligibility, should consult with a trusted attorney experienced in DUI cases.
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Ignition Interlock Indigent Programs by State Series
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What Exactly is Alcohol Monitoring Technology and What Are the Different Types?
In the criminal justice system, a good number of offenders suffer from alcohol abuse or alcohol addiction. That’s why there are various types of alcohol monitoring technology that can be court-ordered or mandated by the state, specific to Ignition Interlock laws in each state.
However, some technologies are also an option to ensure one’s safety. For example, parents could order an Ignition Interlock Device on a voluntary basis for their college-bound child’s vehicle.
Alcohol Monitoring Technology in the Court Room
Through the years, justice authorities have determined that the use of reliable testing and technology assists those who suffer from alcohol abuse or addiction. There are a variety of alcohol monitoring technologies that are more suitable to the specific risk level of the client, such as high or low risk.
Here are the different types of alcohol monitoring technology.
Ignition Interlocks – Preventing Drunk Driving
Out of the types of alcohol monitoring technology, Ignition Interlocks are the only tools that can Separate Drinking From Driving®. That’s why Ignition Interlocks are mandatory in 30 states and D.C. for all DUI offenses, and the remaining 20 only require Ignition Interlocks for repeat or high-BAC offenses.
But all-offender Ignition Interlock laws are working. In a recent study, states with mandatory Ignition Interlock laws saw a decrease in fatal drunk driving crashes.
Other Types of Alcohol Monitoring Technology
Continuous
Other alcohol monitoring technologies such as continuous alcohol monitoring, have a different goal. Continuous alcohol monitoring aims to monitor the user’s alcohol consumption through the skin every 30 minutes, but these devices can’t physically Separate Drinking From Driving®. The transdermal ankle bracelet, when court-ordered, is usually paid by the offender or through the courts.
Random
EtG (urine-based) tests and PBTs fall under random alcohol monitoring. For example, someone who is court-ordered to undergo random testing could visit a clinic and provide a urine sample to measure their alcohol consumption. Random tests prove to be effective if tested at least three times a week to ensure someone has no alcohol in their system.
Breathalyzers such as PBTs also fall under random alcohol monitoring. PBTs are used by law enforcement during roadside testing and sobriety checkpoints as well as in probation and specialty courts.
Portable
Portable alcohol monitoring, such as Smart Start’s SMART Mobile, is a remote device that can measure the user’s BrAC like the Ignition Interlock. The courts can order a portable alcohol monitoring device for an individual under pre-trial, probation, and/or parole supervision, as well as a participant in a specialty court. SMART Mobile is a cellular device with immediate violation notifications. Its custom test windows, either on schedule or random, are good to use for all risk levels.
Alcohol monitoring technologies are an effective solution to assist those in the criminal justice system in holding them accountable with their supervision and treatment.
These tools also prevent dangerous decisions such as drunk driving. Ignition Interlocks in particular physically stop someone from starting their vehicle drunk. With more support from the courts in using this technology, and states enacting stronger laws against drunk driving, the U.S. will see a safer environment overall.
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SERIES: What’s DUI School in Florida Like?
Curious about DUI School in Florida?
You may need to complete an evaluation and class through a licensed DUI program as a requirement for your DUI conviction before reinstating your license.
Who Regulates DUI Schools in Florida?
If you want to meet your DUI requirements, you must pick a state-approved DUI School in Florida. You also need to make sure that you are completing the amount of hours your regulatory agency requires of you, because they vary by case. For instance, different states have different regulatory agencies who are in charge of driver’s license requirements. These entities may include the Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV), Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), Department of Transportation (DOT), or Department of Public Safety (DPS).
Florida’s DUI system is regulated by the Department of Highway Safety Motor Vehicles (DHSMV). All DUI programs in Florida will have the same requirements, but this is not the same throughout the U.S. One state’s requirements for a first-time DUI offender may be different than what Florida requires. In this case, you may have to enroll in the Florida DUI Level 2 program to meet those requirements.
When you look up DUI Schools in Florida, make sure to search by county. The Florida DHSMV requires you to complete the DUI program in the county where you live, work or attend school. You will also need to pay the course’s fee and provide specific paperwork before enrolling.
What Happens at DUI School in Florida?
The DUI program in Florida consists of a class and an evaluation. The amount of class hours ranges in length depending on your conviction.
For first-time DUI offenders, you may need to complete a 12-hour course that is taught by a state-certified DUI Level 1 Instructor. For a repeat offender, Florida requires a 21-hour class. The class follows a similar structure like any school with handouts, discussions, videos and lectures. The one-hour psycho-social evaluation is conducted by the Certified DUI Evaluator.
DUI Schools in Florida have a structured curriculum which include these topics:
Another DUI Requirement: Ignition Interlock
If you meet certain requirements, you may also need to use an Ignition Interlock Device. An Ignition Interlock helps you drive and continue with your day-to-day routine again. Ignition Interlocks are a requirement in Florida for all first-time offenders with a BAC level of .15 or higher, or repeat offenses. The court could order an Ignition Interlock at their discretion regardless of your case details, however.
With the right tools such as Ignition Interlocks, treatment and education, you’ll be back on the road safely in no time.
Florida DUI School Resources
The Florida DHSMV offers a county-by-county listing of licensed DUI programs in Florida.
DUI Schools Series State-by-State
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Need Ignition Interlock Financial Assistance in New Mexico?
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (DOT)’s Traffic Safety Bureau (TSB) determines if you are applicable for New Mexico’s Ignition Interlock financial assistance program.
What New Mexico’s Ignition Interlock Financial Assistance Program Covers
The program will include paying up to $30 per calibration, $100 for a transfer and up to $50 for removal for clients. You will be responsible for other charges with your Ignition Interlock, such as installation.
If approved, the TSB will provide the proper information, such as your benefit effective dates. They will also notify the Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) of your indigency status. Then, you’ll need to take a copy of your notice to your Ignition Interlock provider, such as Smart Start.
Who Qualifies for New Mexico’s Ignition Interlock Financial Assistance?
Here’s the only situations where you can qualify for the financial assistance fund:
The state will evaluate your finances and determine if you are eligible for the indigent, or financial assistance, program.
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Smart Start Worldwide: Denmark Ignition Interlock Law Gets Tougher
Smart Start, the only approved vendor in Denmark, is about to supply more Ignition Interlocks to drinking and driving offenders. Denmark’s drunk driving law has changed to let individuals get back on the road sooner, but only with an Ignition Interlock in their vehicle.
The Changes in the Denmark Ignition Interlock Law
The updated Ignition Interlock law means that a person convicted of drinking and driving can now drive within their 3-year suspension period if they have an Ignition Interlock. They must also pass a driving test.
An Ignition Interlock Device is installed in vehicles and tests the amount of alcohol in someone’s system before the driver can start their car. The driver must provide a breath sample into the device before starting their vehicle. If there’s too much alcohol detected, their vehicle will not start.
For those who choose to use the Ignition Interlock, it means the freedom to drive again and get back to their everyday routine. At the same time, the device is keeping Denmark’s roadways safe from drunk drivers. In Denmark, the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit is .05.
Older Denmark Ignition Interlock Law
In 2015, there was a similar Ignition Interlock law that passed. This new, upcoming law is expected to be an even more effective program in the country.
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MADD Victim Impact Panels: Why Do I Have to Go?
Convicted of a drunk or drugged driving offense? You may need to attend a MADD Victim Impact Panel (VIP). The VIP’s goal is for attendees to understand the lasting and long-term effects of substance impaired driving.
What are MADD Victim Impact Panels?
At MADD VIPs, victims, survivors and others impacted by substance-impaired driving crashes speak to attendees about their experience. The first-person account creates more of an empathetic understanding of what can occur when driving impaired. Ultimately, the panels show a perspective that is often overlooked, or it cannot be taught by the courts.
How Do MADD Victim Impact Panels Work?
MADD VIPs are throughout the U.S., available to those who must attend or would like to as an option. The program structure is different in each county, but there’s usually a small fee to attend, and the panel can last a couple hours. The fees collected go back to local communities to assist with ending impaired driving. The speakers do not call out or blame anyone. They simply tell their story, and hope to reach out to offenders to inspire them to think about the consequences before getting behind the wheel impaired.
The panels not only share a more emotional perspective on the effects of impaired driving, but they also hope to reduce recidivism in offenders after they attend.
Smart Start is a part of the process for DWI or DUI offenders to start driving again with an Ignition Interlock Device. The device may be a part of your court and/or state requirements as well. Paired with educational and powerful stories from MADD VIPs, plus the proper treatment and tools, offenders are on the right path to not drive impaired a second time, and keep our roads safe.
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Colorado Interlock Circumvention: Everything Drivers Need to Know
Guest Contributor: Tiftickjian Law Firm
The purpose of an Ignition Interlock Device is not just allowing an individual with a revoked license to get back on the road sooner. These devices also protect the public by keeping a driver with a prior DUI conviction from getting behind the wheel after they have been drinking.
So, it stands to reason that Colorado Interlock circumventions have serious penalties.
What Is Colorado Interlock Tampering?
Colorado law prohibits anyone (not just Interlock-restricted drivers) from tampering with an Interlock device.
Tampering includes disabling, bypassing, or interfering with the device, or assisting someone else in doing so. A restricted driver can be charged with tampering if they operate a vehicle with a device the driver knows has been tampered with, even if the restricted driver does not do the tampering themselves.
Colorado Interlock manufacturers design their devices to make tampering almost impossible, and, in many cases, the device will detect when someone attempts to alter the electronics. If the device reports any evidence of tampering, the inspector must advise the Colorado DMV within five days, and loss of driving privileges is likely to result.
What is Interlock Circumvention?
Circumvention occurs when an Interlock-restricted driver operates a vehicle that is not equipped with an Interlock device or improperly operates an Interlock-equipped vehicle. Circumvention also includes driving someone else’s car or asking a non-intoxicated friend to provide a breath sample.
Like tampering, circumvention is a Class 1 Traffic Misdemeanor. A law enforcement officer issuing a citation for circumvention is authorized to confiscate the restricted driver’s license and submit a violation report to the DMV to prevent the restricted driver from further operating the vehicle.
What Are the Penalties for Colorado Interlock Circumvention or Tampering?
As mentioned above, Interlock circumvention and tampering are Class 1 Traffic Misdemeanors in Colorado, and either charge comes with serious penalties.
A conviction for either results in:
Additionally, upon a conviction, either one of these situations will happen, based on which one lasts longer:
Or
Charges of Interlock circumvention in Colorado are particularly difficult to defend. This is because the statute does not permit plea bargaining unless the prosecuting attorney represents to the court that the prosecution would be unable to present a prima facie case for conviction at trial.
Prima facie means a defendant charged with circumvention cannot plea down to a lesser offense unless the prosecutor is willing to admit that there is insufficient evidence to lead to a conviction for circumvention.
What Should You Do If You Have Been Charged with Interlock Circumvention?
Anyone facing charges of circumventing or tampering with an Interlock device in Colorado should retain an experienced attorney as soon as possible.
If there is any question as to whether circumvention actually occurred, the criminal court is the place to contest the charge. You cannot contest a license revocation with the DMV if you have been convicted criminally, so fighting these charges on the front end is critical if you want any hope of retaining driving privileges.
Having an experienced Colorado DUI attorney identify the weak points in the prosecution’s case and advocate on your behalf at trial can be the difference between a successful defense and losing driving privileges for a year or more (not to mention fines and even jail time).
A driver whose Interlock-restricted license has been revoked due to a conviction or guilty plea can request a subsequent DMV hearing. However, by law, the matters which can be raised with the DMV are limited to whether the revocation should be sustained and for how long it should last. The hearing officer has little discretion; if a driver is convicted of Interlock circumvention, the DMV is required to revoke the restricted license. And if a criminal court has already determined that the circumvention occurred, the DMV will be bound by that ruling.
If a driver is revoked based on an administrative finding, it is important for the driver to request a hearing to contest that revocation.
Interlock restrictions are intended to promote the safety of the driver and the public at large. Interlock circumvention puts both the driver and other motorists or pedestrians at risk.
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Who Manufactures Your Ignition Interlock Device (IID), and Why is It Important?
There are several reasons someone will choose one Ignition Interlock Device (IID) vendor over the other. They can include price, location and customer service. However, there’s one important and convenient factor to Smart Start’s process that may leave you second-guessing your other choice of vendor.
The factor is this:
Smart Start is a vendor with fully-integrated breath alcohol Ignition Interlock and portable device service. This means any service related to your IID, from installation, to repair, to monitoring, removal and everything in-between, is handled by Smart Start.
To be specific, Smart Start takes care of these important processes that leave you, the client, with a reliable IID and program.
Why is a Full-Service Ignition Interlock Manufacturer Important to You?
There are some IID vendors who do not have a fully integrated service to offer their customers. As a result, this can cause issues during your program when it should be a seamless process that that does not get in the way of your everyday routine. Plus, Smart Start customizes their IID programs to the laws and requirements of your state or county.
Smart Start’s all-in-one Ignition Interlock Device services are also U.S.-based with nearly 2,000 service locations, and we provide more than 25 years’ experience and knowledge in assisting our clients. In addition, we’ve provided our IIDs to more than a million clients.
If you are on the hunt for the right Ignition Interlock, Smart Start can provide you a discreet and affordable device with easy tests.
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