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If you’ve been charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in North Carolina and need an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) or car breathalyzer, you might be wondering about the cost. Let us guide you through an overview of how much an Ignition Interlock Device costs in North Carolina.
At Smart Start, we understand that dealing with a DUI can be overwhelming. By choosing Smart Start, you’ll have access to an affordable and user-friendly IID, and we’ll provide the support you need to successfully complete your Interlock program.
Check out our special offer for North Carolina residents! Give us a call to capture these savings!
*Offer ends 12/31/24 (11:59 PM, ET). Valid in North Carolina only. To qualify for our traditional Ignition Interlock plan including free installation and free first month’s lease, you must be a North Carolina resident and have a Smart Start branded Ignition Interlock Device installed on or before 12/31/24. State fees and taxes not included. Pricing plan is not valid on taxes or fees, removal fees, and lockout fees. May be combined with other offers. Not redeemable for cash or adjustments to prior leases or purchases.
Updated 7/1/23
Please note that the information in the following sections is for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. For the most current legal developments and specific guidance, we encourage individuals and entities to consult with their own legal counsel and their monitoring authority. Smart Start expressly disclaims all liability regarding actions taken or not taken based on any or all content.
To qualify for restricted driving privileges in North Carolina, individuals eligible for a restricted driver’s license may be required to operate motor vehicles equipped with an Ignition Interlock Device. This requirement is mandatory if the driver’s Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) was greater than 0.16 or if this is the second or subsequent DUI within 7 years.
After your license is restored, you may be required to have an Ignition Interlock installed for the following time periods:
In North Carolina, it’s important to remember that driving while noticeably impaired or with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 or higher is against the law. For commercial motor vehicle drivers, the limit is even lower at 0.04. The state takes impaired driving seriously, especially when it comes to repeat offenders.
Let’s take a look at the consequences for different levels of misdemeanor DWI in North Carolina:
This level can result in a fine of up to $200 and a minimum jail sentence of 24 hours, with a maximum of 60 days. However, there’s some good news – the sentence may be suspended after completing 24 hours in jail, 24 hours of community service, or not operating a vehicle for 30 days.
For this level, the punishment may include a fine of up to $500 and a minimum jail sentence of 48 hours, with a maximum of 120 days. Just like before, there’s a chance to have the sentence suspended after completing 48 hours in jail, 48 hours of community service, or not operating a vehicle for 60 days.
Here, the fine could go up to $1,000, and the minimum jail sentence is 72 hours, with a maximum of six months. Unfortunately, the sentence may only be suspended after completing 72 hours in jail, 72 hours of community service, or not operating a vehicle for 90 days.
At this level, the fine could reach up to $2,000, and the minimum jail sentence is seven days, with a maximum of one year. For Level II, the minimum sentence cannot be suspended.
The most serious level carries a fine of up to $4,000 and a minimum jail sentence of 30 days, with a maximum of two years. As with Level II, the minimum sentence cannot be suspended.
Keep in mind that Level 1 and 2 drivers include repeat offenders, individuals whose licenses have been revoked, impaired drivers transporting young children, and those involved in crashes causing injury.
For those facing DWI charges in North Carolina, there’s hope for restoring their driver’s license at the end of the revocation period. Impaired drivers need to complete a substance abuse assessment and follow any recommended treatment.
Let’s get started with an installation in North Carolina that fits your schedule! Whether you’re in Charlotte, Raleigh, or Wilmington, we have over 30 convenient locations where trained technicians will help you get back on the road as soon as possible, often with a same-day appointment.
That’s our specialty! Installing an IID in North Carolina is easy. Smart Start is one of the North Carolina State-approved Ignition Interlock Vendors. Contact at us at (800) 831-3299 to set up an appointment or fill out this form online. We have over 20 service centers across North Carolina, so we’ll find a location that’s convenient for you.
Ignition Interlock installation in North Carolina typically takes a couple of hours, and it’s easy to set a same-day appointment. Our skilled technicians will:
