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Save up to $300* over the course of your IID program vs. other national competitors. Get started today!
Ahorre hasta 300 $* en el curso de su programa IID en comparación con otros conpetidores nacionales. ¡Empieza hoy!
If you were recently told that you need an Ignition Interlock Device (IID), also known as a car breathalyzer, you may have asked yourself, “How much is this going to cost me?” At Smart Start, we know the process of being charged with or convicted of a DUI can be a confusing. With so many unknowns, we want to make the process as simple as possible. That is why by choosing Smart Start, you’ll get the best price and an IID that’s affordable, dependable, and easy to use. We’ll give you the support you need to successfully finish your IID program.
Each person’s Interlock journey is unique to them and so the Ignition Interlock Device costs will vary as well. Here are a few key factors that will determine the cost of an IID:
To install our Ignition Interlock Device on your car, you will pay a one-time enrollment and installation fee. Your enrollment fee secures your appointment, and we work with the shops to set a reasonable installation fee, depending on the area.
Smart Start offers a monthly lease, with no long-term commitment and no cancellation fees. Other Ignition Interlock providers charge up to $300 in early termination fees and $65 in administrative closing fees.
We know that you have other commitments besides Ignition Interlock – that’s why we don’t charge our clients a monthly calibration fee, saving you an average of $300 per year.
Smart Start makes it easy to manage your account with our Client Portal. You can access the Client Portal by downloading our free Smart Start Client Portal app or on our website. Client Portal allows you to make a payment, change your payment method, find the nearest Smart Start service center, and provide information to your monitoring by making notes on your account, all in one place!
Any new or existing Smart Start customer can use the Client Portal. You can learn more about our Client Portal by watching these training videos or going to our Client Portal FAQ page.
Auto-pay is a convenient way for you to allow recurring charges to your credit card, alleviating the need to worry about keeping up to date with payments. When you set up auto-pay, Smart Start will automatically bill your credit card based on the timeframe you select. You can choose weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or bi-monthly. Smart Start will bill your credit card up to two (2) days before your lockout date.
Each state has its own laws regarding the use of Ignition Interlocks for individuals convicted of drunk driving. These differences in requirements mean that the total cost of an Ignition Interlock will vary widely by state. If you have questions about Ignition Interlock Device pricing in your home state, you can call our fantastic Program Advisors in our Customer Care Center at (800) 831-3299. You can also visit our State Information page to find more about your state’s Ignition Interlock Device laws, forms, and FAQs.
Most drivers who get a DUI or DWI will end up having their auto insurance, and possibly other insurance, impacted. If you find yourself in this situation, you will likely be required to get “high-risk” insurance for coverage. Your current insurance providers may not offer that type of “high-risk” insurance, which means you will have to find another provider.
In addition, your state or jurisdiction may require proof of that insurance coverage, which is known as an SR-22, or FR-44 document or certificate. An SR-22 is an official document proving that a driver bought a minimum level of liability coverage, a type of insurance that covers bodily injury and property damage caused by an accident. You can learn more about these types of insurance on our blog or from our partners in your state*!
If you are wondering if you can receive financial assistance with an Ignition Interlock costs in your area, feel free to ask Smart Start’s Customer Care Center team. If we cannot provide an answer to you, your monitoring authority, or whomever ordered you the Ignition Interlock program, will know how to help. You can also visit our state cost pages to see if you qualify for an indigent program in your state.
