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All of Your Ignition Interlock Questions Answered

Answers to many of your questions about Ignition Interlocks and more can be found in our Smart Start blog. As a trusted industry leader recognized by State Authorities, national organizations and media publications throughout the years, Smart Start continues to help drivers stay safe on the road.

Smart Start Technician Installing an Interlock Device in car

Do I Need To Be At The Service Center To Get My Interlock Device Installed?

June 7, 2017

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An installation appointment is scheduled, your paperwork is in order, and you are ready to start your Interlock Device program. You may be wondering how installation day is going to go. And do you need to be there for the entire appointment? Do…

Smart Start Interlock Device Installation Center

SERIES: What do I need to take to my Interlock Device installation?

June 6, 2017

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You just confirmed your scheduled Interlock Device installation appointment at your nearest Smart Start service center, so you are on the right track to getting back on the road again. But what do you need to take with you to your installation…

Smart Start Ignition Interlock Device mounted on car dashboard

Why Won’t the Unlock Code Work for My Interlock Device?

June 5, 2017

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If you are using an Interlock Device, one of the messages on its screen that you may see is either VIOLATION LCK or SVCLCK. This indicates that the Device is currently in lockout mode. There’s no need to worry if your Interlock Device goes…

Customer holding a Smart Start Ignition Interlock Device in car

Can Parents Pay for Their Child’s Interlock Device?

June 5, 2017

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Parents, if your child is convicted of a DWI or DUI, an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) could be mandatory depending on your state and the case’s circumstances. Do not worry, though. Interlock Devices are the safest and best tool to use…

Smart Start Ignition Interlock Device Attends AIIPA Conference

Can I Bypass my Interlock Device?

June 1, 2017

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Trying to bypass your court or state-ordered Ignition Interlock Device (IID) is just not a good idea. There may be videos or articles online listing how you can bypass an IID, but none can talk their way around the fact that IID’s are the…

Do I Have to Take a Random Retest on my Ignition Interlock Device While I’m Driving?

May 31, 2017

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Now that you have an Ignition Interlock Device, you should be comfortable with how it works. However, after taking your initial test to start your vehicle, your Interlock Device will prompt for a random rolling retest, and allow adequate time…