Frequently, people who have ignition interlock devices installed in their vehicles have questions about what can and cannot be done with an ignition interlock device, and what exactly the ignition interlock device does. One question that comes up a lot is, ‘Does my ignition interlock device detect marijuana?’ The answer is no. At this time ignition interlock devices can only detect alcohol on your breath. Ignition interlock devices are alcohol specific, meaning they can only detect alcohol. This is also true for breathalyzers used by police officers. However, there is a roadside test that is used to detect the presence of marijuana in a person’s saliva.
Ignition interlock devices have come a long way since they were sensor cell devices. Most ignition interlock devices are now fuel cell devices. These new fuel cell devices allow the ignition interlock device to eliminate false readings from the presence of cigarette smoke, tobacco, or possibly spicy foods, among other substances that provided ‘false positive’ results on tests. In the past ignition interlock devices have been faulty, and things like chewing tobacco would provide false positives. Now that they run on fuel cell technology many of those faulty false positive readings have been eliminated. While they have come a long way, the ignition interlock devices are still not equipped to detect anything on your breath, other than alcohol.
While an ignition interlock device does not detect the presence of marijuana in your system, you should know that it is still illegal for you to drive under the influence of any substance, and this includes marijuana. If you have a DUI and are pulled over and police find marijuana in your system this will affect your probation, and all parts of your DUI conviction. It could be, and likely will be, considered a second offense, and punishments for second offenses are even more stringent.
Just because the ignition interlock device does not detect marijuana does not mean you should get behind the wheel if you have been smoking. The new roadside test can detect even minor amounts of marijuana in your saliva, and if you have a DUI you do not want to be caught driving under the influence again. Another thing to remember is that many times smoking marijuana comes hand-in-hand with drinking, especially in social settings. Your ignition interlock device is not equipped to detect marijuana on your breath, but it will still detect any and all alcohol on your breath, and could prevent you from starting your vehicle.
Currently, ignition interlock devices are unable to detect marijuana, and are only equipped to detect alcohol that may be on your breath. You should not, however, get behind the wheel of a car if you have been smoking marijuana. Driving under the influence of marijuana is still considered a DUI, and you cannot say you thought you were okay to drive because your ignition interlock device allowed you to start your vehicle. Ignition interlock devices are not equipped to detect marijuana, and it will still be considered illegal if an officer pulls you over and tests you for marijuana.
Oregon DMV Ignition Interlock Camera Law
Beginning January 1, 2015 all ignition interlock devices that were installed in Oregon must operate on electro-chemical fuel sensor technology. Previously, the ignition interlock devices were based on semi-conductor technology. While the electro-chemical fuel sensor technology is more expensive, it is more reliable and gives fewer false-positives than that of the older technology.
More recently another requirement took effect. After June 1, 2015 all ignition interlock devices that are installed in Oregon must have a camera. These cameras take a photo each time the ignition interlock device is used. These pictures are used to help identify who blew into the device when and if a failed test result is posted to the ignition interlock device.
To comply with this new law, Smart Start of Oregon offers the SSI G4 Camera. The SSI G4 Camera is an add-on accessory for the SSI 20/20 and SSI 20/30 ignition interlock devices. This addition is mounted to the driver’s side of the windshield, which allows for individual adjustment for each installation.
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Cheapest Ignition Interlock in Olathe Kansas | Car Breathalyzer
Looking for the Cheapest Ignition Interlock in Olathe Kansas? Smart Start of Kansas offers installation specials all the time and wants to earn your business. Smart Start has been serving the Olathe and Johnson County area for over a DECADE and has helped more Kansas drivers get their license back than anyone else.
Smart Start is located at 11505 Strang Line Road in Olathe. We have a Smart Start dedicated service center, and do nothing but Ignition Interlock. Our trained and certified technicians will make sure that you, and your car, are treated with respect. We have installed THOUSANDS of devices on almost every kind of vehicle you can imagine. Smart Start of Kansas is truly the Best in the business. And we provide you with the Cheapest Ignition Interlock in Olathe Kansas!
We have no hidden fees. Smart Start of Kansas has no admin, setup, large deposits, early termination or any other kinds of hidden fees that others are charging. We charge one monthly price, we include tax and inform you of all costs at the beginning. We will work with you if you have a vehicle breakdown, not charge you a large fee to have the device removed early. Smart Start has earned our reputation through taking care of our customers over the last ten years. We keep our customers through providing high quality service, not threatening extra fees and early termination penalties.
If you need the Cheapest Ignition Interlock in Olathe Kansas, you have found the right spot! Smart Start of Kansas is here to help you through the process, we will even give you a license report and complete you required state paperwork for FREE! We look forward to earn your business at on of our more than 40 locations across the state. You can always reach us 24 hours a day at (800) 831-3299 or you can schedule your appointment online with us today. We look forward to working with you and making the process as easy as possible. Call us today so we can get you back on the road.
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Brentwood Checkpoint
Be safe this New Year’s Eve and start 2015 off the right way. Don’t start it with a DUI! Designate a sober driver, or take a taxi! Do not risk your safety or the safety of others of around you by getting behind the wheel after you have been drinking! Even just one drink can alter your reaction time.
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License Refusal in Napa
In August, a motorist in Napa, CA, was stopped at a DUI checkpoint. The driver, now identified as Johnathan Travis Moore, complied with all things asked of him by the officers until they asked him to provide his driver’s license. Moore identified himself as Travis Kasprowicz, and told officers he had not been drinking therefore he did not need to provide his driver’s license. The 31-year-old from Vacaville was asked multiple times to present his license and he declined each time. Moore’s passenger Ryan Tregaskis, 23, knew one of the officers at the scene and began filming the interaction form his cell phone.
After several attempts to retrieve the license, Napa police sergeant Brian Campagna allowed Moore to leave the scene, but only after he took down the license plate number for the car. The officers later learned that the video of the incident had been uploaded to YouTube. Officers have now obtained a search warrant for the cell phones and computers at homes for both drivers, Moore, and passenger, Kasprowicz. The Napa police officers believe that the two men intended to pull up to the DUI checkpoint, and commit a crime. Officers believe the two motorists pulled up with the intention of delaying of officers at the checkpoint.
DUI checkpoints were instated not just for DUIs but also to protect residents from drivers with suspended licenses. Studies have shown that 33 percent of drivers with a suspended or revoked license had a criminal record, and 85 percent of those drivers had used their cars for the commission of their crimes. Thus DUI checkpoints are not just for sobriety checks, they also assist law enforcement in preventing other crimes.
These checkpoints are all legal, assuming they follow all the laws in place. As long as the checkpoints main purpose is to check for drivers under the influence, the checkpoint is legal. However, if it begins to be for other purposes it is on shaky ground. Additionally these checkpoints need to have a supervisor, be in a safe location, and they must be publicized before they happen. Currently neither the driver nor the passenger has been charged with anything involving the checkpoint. However, the police do have the search warrant to look for any information on either their computers or their cell phones.
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Other Drivers and Your IID
If you get a DUI you will be required to install an ignition interlock device in your vehicle, and use the ignition interlock device every time you start your vehicle. The ignition interlock device will be used to prohibit you from starting your car if you have been drinking. If you have an ignition interlock device installed in your car you can still allow others to drive your vehicle, they just have to use the ignition interlock device before the car will start. Any legally licensed driver can operate your vehicle while the ignition interlock device is installed in your vehicle.
Before the car can be started the driver will be required to blow into the ignition interlock device so that a measurement of the driver’s breath alcohol concentration can be taken. The ignition interlock device will have predetermined limits for the driver’s breath alcohol concentration. These predetermined limits are set by the state of California. As long as the driver’s breath alcohol concentration levels are not over those predetermined limits when they blow into the ignition interlock device they will be allowed to start the car.
The steps for using the ignition interlock device are very easy, but you should be sure that each driver understands how the test will be completed before they blow into the ignition interlock device. Any person who uses your vehicle should also know that there is a rolling retest that will take place 5 to 15 minutes after the first test.
The driver will have time to respond to each retest, and pull over if they feel that’s safer for them, before retesting their breath alcohol concentration. The retests will continue to happen periodically through the rest of your drive. The driver is required to complete all retests, and if a retest is not completed a violation will be registered in the ignition interlock device log. Some devices may also sound an alarm, such as making the horn honk, or flashing the headlights, and these alarm would draw attention to your vehicle.
The purpose of these retests is to make sure the driver is not providing a false test at any point. If the retest is failed by you or another driver the car will not immediately stop, as that would be a hazard to traffic and other drivers. Instead, the ignition interlock device will log a violation in the monthly report. As the registered user of the ignition interlock device you will be responsible for any and all positive tests that show up in the monthly log for your ignition interlock device. If you are having someone else blow into the ignition interlock device so that you may start your car, you and your passenger should know that the state of California has laws that impose fines or jail time on those who are trying to circumvent the proper usage of an ignition interlock device.
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Can IIDs detect marijuana?
Frequently, people who have ignition interlock devices installed in their vehicles have questions about what can and cannot be done with an ignition interlock device, and what exactly the ignition interlock device does. One question that comes up a lot is, ‘Does my ignition interlock device detect marijuana?’ The answer is no. At this time ignition interlock devices can only detect alcohol on your breath. Ignition interlock devices are alcohol specific, meaning they can only detect alcohol. This is also true for breathalyzers used by police officers. However, there is a roadside test that is used to detect the presence of marijuana in a person’s saliva.
Ignition interlock devices have come a long way since they were sensor cell devices. Most ignition interlock devices are now fuel cell devices. These new fuel cell devices allow the ignition interlock device to eliminate false readings from the presence of cigarette smoke, tobacco, or possibly spicy foods, among other substances that provided ‘false positive’ results on tests. In the past ignition interlock devices have been faulty, and things like chewing tobacco would provide false positives. Now that they run on fuel cell technology many of those faulty false positive readings have been eliminated. While they have come a long way, the ignition interlock devices are still not equipped to detect anything on your breath, other than alcohol.
While an ignition interlock device does not detect the presence of marijuana in your system, you should know that it is still illegal for you to drive under the influence of any substance, and this includes marijuana. If you have a DUI and are pulled over and police find marijuana in your system this will affect your probation, and all parts of your DUI conviction. It could be, and likely will be, considered a second offense, and punishments for second offenses are even more stringent.
Just because the ignition interlock device does not detect marijuana does not mean you should get behind the wheel if you have been smoking. The new roadside test can detect even minor amounts of marijuana in your saliva, and if you have a DUI you do not want to be caught driving under the influence again. Another thing to remember is that many times smoking marijuana comes hand-in-hand with drinking, especially in social settings. Your ignition interlock device is not equipped to detect marijuana on your breath, but it will still detect any and all alcohol on your breath, and could prevent you from starting your vehicle.
Currently, ignition interlock devices are unable to detect marijuana, and are only equipped to detect alcohol that may be on your breath. You should not, however, get behind the wheel of a car if you have been smoking marijuana. Driving under the influence of marijuana is still considered a DUI, and you cannot say you thought you were okay to drive because your ignition interlock device allowed you to start your vehicle. Ignition interlock devices are not equipped to detect marijuana, and it will still be considered illegal if an officer pulls you over and tests you for marijuana.
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Are Ignition Interlock Companies run by the state?
Ignition interlock companies are individually owned and operated so they are not directly run by the state. However, state laws regulate the ignition interlock companies so they report to them. You also have to register your ignition interlock device through the DMV, and provide proof of installation, so while the ignition interlock companies are not directly run by the state, they are heavily regulated by the state laws.
If you are required to install an ignition interlock device in your vehicle you will have to submit proof of installation to the DMV. The ignition interlock device will be formatted to the regulations for your state. This means that when you are submitting your initial breath test to start the vehicle the limits put in place for the presence of alcohol on your breath are set by the state. These are the same limits for the rolling retests that you will be required to submit to throughout your drive. If at any point you submit to a breath test and it reports that you have failed the test these results will be compiled in a report that the ignition interlock device company will submit to the state each month.
State laws also regulate the length of time you must have your ignition interlock device installed, and then length of time you have to have your suspended license before you can use the ignition interlock device to regain restricted driving privileges. If this is your first DUI your license will be suspended for 30 days before you can have restricted driving privileges with the installation of an ignition interlock device. Your second DUI will mean the suspension of your license for 90 days before you can drive with restricted privileges and the installation of your ignition interlock device. After your third DUI you will have to wait 6 months before your driving privileges will return.
The fees and pricing are not regulated by the state, those are strictly enforced by the individual companies, but this gives you the opportunity to price different companies and be sure you are getting the best price for your ignition interlock device. There are several companies that you can choose from, and you will want to make sure you are finding a company who provides a reliable system without any hidden fees. You will be required to keep this ignition interlock device installed in your car for a duration of time, so be sure you have found a company that you can trust.
Ignition interlock device companies are not run by the state, they are individually owned and operated by other companies. Ignition interlock devices are regulated by the state rules and regulations for punishments for driving under the influence. Ignition interlock device companies are also responsible for reporting ignition interlock device statistics and results to the state each month. However, while the system is regulated by the state the fees and monthly dues for an ignition interlock device are controlled by the ignition interlock device providers.
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Am I eligible for an Ignition Interlock Device?
Those individuals who have been convicted of a DUI are usually very eager to get their licenses back, and one of the quickest ways to get your license back is to have an ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle. Everyone is eligible for an ignition interlock device, even those individuals who have not been convicted of driving under the influence. If you have been convicted of a DUI there are several things that must be completed before you are able to get your license back with the installation of an ignition interlock device.
If you have been convicted of your first DUI, an ignition interlock device will be one of many penalties you will face in order to get your restricted driving privileges. In order to get the restricted driving privileges you will have to install an ignition interlock device and provide proof of installation to the court and the DMV. You will also face some jail time, fines and penalties, and your license will be suspended for at least thirty days. This time will allow you to prepare for your restricted driving privileges by paying your fines, and getting the ignition interlock device installed.
If you have received your second DUI there are additional steps that must be taken before you can get your license back. You will first have to spend anywhere from 10 days to a year in jail. You will also be required to pay a fine of $1,800 to $2,800, and you will be required to install an ignition interlock device. Once you have completed all parts of your DUI conviction punishment, you will need to install the ignition interlock device, and provide the DMV with proof of it’s installation. If you provide proof of enrollment into a DUI program, you will be able to get your license back 90 days after your driving under the influence conviction.
Your third or subsequent DUI has a very similar outcome, the only real difference is the amount of time you have to wait before you can obtain even a restricted driver’s license. Your third offense could land you in jail from 120 days up to one full year in jail. You could also be facing a fine of up to $18,000. Finally you will have your license suspended for 3 years before you can install an ignition interlock device and get some of your restricted driving privileges back. You could get it back sooner if you provide proof that you are enrolled in an 18 month to 30 month DUI program.
Receiving a DUI is not an ideal situation, and it can be frustrating trying to get your license back. You can at least be aware that there are options when it comes to obtaining your restricted driving privileges. Having an ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle is the quickest way to get your license back because your driving behavior can be tracked through your ignition interlock device.
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What if I was ordered to get an Ignition Interlock Device by the court and the DMV?
There are two ways an ignition interlock device can be imposed on you: either a court ordered ignition interlock device or a DMV ordered ignition interlock device. No matter which one orders you to install the ignition interlock device, you’ll be in steady contact with the DMV because the DMV registers your information once you are required to install the ignition interlock device. If they do not receive a notice that you have installed it the DMV will flag your license so that authorities know you are driving without a license.
If you have been convicted of a DUI in the state of California, you will likely have to have an ignition interlock device installed. If it is your first DUI you will have to install an ignition interlock device if the DUI was received in Alameda, Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Tulare. Once you are convicted you will have to have an ignition interlock device installed by an authorized retailer. You will also have to provide the court with proof of your installation through an authorized dealer. The court will then monitor your ignition interlock device reports that are provided by the authorized ignition interlock company.
The DMV will be informed by the court that you must install an ignition interlock device. Once you have installed the ignition interlock device the DMV will place a mark on your record, informing law enforcement of the ignition interlock device requirement in the event you are pulled over. The DMV will also place a restriction on your driver’s license that could limit to you to only driving to and from work. If at any point you are failing to comply with the court-ordered ignition interlock device restriction, the court will alert the DMV and they will suspend your license until the entire situation is sorted out. You could be without your driving privileges for the extent of your DUI probation.
The DMV is required to enforce any ignition interlock device requirement ordered by the court. You will be required to communicate the installation of your ignition interlock device with the DMV, and then you will also be responsible for keeping your ignition interlock device in good working condition and regularly calibrated. For a DMV-ordered ignition interlock device restriction you will have 30 days from the mail date of the order of installment to either submit verification of installation, or the ignition interlock device exemption form.
If you are ordered to install an ignition interlock device by either the court or the DMV you will want to stay in constant contact with them to be sure you are completing everything as necessary. It is very important that you get the ignition interlock device installed within the allotted time, and that you keep up with the calibrations. If you do not follow the necessary steps you may find yourself with a suspended license, and that will be tougher to get back. A restricted license can be frustrating, and so can the ignition interlock device, but it will be worth it to have your license back, at least in some capacity. It will also help prevent you from drinking and driving again.
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What to do after ignition interlock device installation
What do I need to do after I’ve had an IID installed? Do I need to inform the DMV?
If you have been convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol, and now must install an ignition interlock device there are several things you should know about the installation process. First, once you are convicted, if an ignition interlock device needs to be installed, the court will notify the DMV. The reason for this is two-fold. First, the DMV will mark your record so that police officers are aware of the requirement, in the event you get pulled over. Second, if you do not get your ignition interlock device installed the DMV can suspend your driving privileges until you have installed the ignition interlock device.
The DMV is required to impose driving and license restrictions on those convicted of a DWI and have the ability to suspend your driver’s license until you can prove you have had the ignition interlock device installed. Within 30 days of the installment order you must submit either Department of Motor Vehicles Ordered Verification form, or the Exemption for Ignition Interlock Device form. The ignition interlock will assist you as you try to get your life back in order, following your DWI conviction. The ignition interlock device will help prevent you from driving under the influence again by testing your breath for evidence of alcohol before allowing you to start your vehicle. An ignition interlock device can only be installed in instances where the driver was driving under the influence of alcohol.
An ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle can also help shorten your license suspension if you have been convicted of a second or subsequent DWI. In order to qualify for this you would need to complete the following: install an ignition interlock device in your vehicle, and provide the DMV with “Verification of Installation” Ignition Interlock form, clear all other suspensions on your record, comply with a DWI program’s requirements and submit proof to the DMV, submit proof of insurance, and pay all fees. If you have received your second DWI your license suspension will last 90 days, and then you’ll be required use an ignition interlock device each time you drive. If you have been convicted of a third or subsequent DWI your license suspension will last at least 6 months.
Being convicted of a DWI is never an ideal situation, but there are ways for you to improve the situation for yourself. An ignition interlock device is especially helpful through this process because it allows you to regain your driving privileges. An ignition interlock device will also help prevent you from driving under the influence of alcohol in the future by testing your breath for alcohol each time you start your vehicle. Everyone makes mistakes, and an ignition interlock device allows you to learn from your mistakes and not make the same poor decisions again. It is important for you to stay up to date with your ignition interlock device service, and stay informed on all laws that may affect your future, and your driving privileges.
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