Denver Lawyers Telling the Truth about IID
Starting in 2007, all Colorado drivers who test over 0.17 blood alcohol content (BAC) are required by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to install an ignition interlock device — essentially a Breathalyzer tied to your car's ignition — for a minimum of two years (up to five years for repeat offenders) after the end of license suspension.
Not only does an ignition interlock device prevent your car from starting if it detects alcohol on your breath, it also requires you to blow into it at random intervals while on the road.
The true cost of being ordered to install an ignition interlock device can be substantially more than simple inconvenience. You will be required to install the device on every car registered to you (and pay an installation fee each time). Monitoring of ignition interlock devices costs approximately $75 per month. Over a two year period, even with only one interlock system monitored, the total cost can exceed $1,800.
Get Honest Answers About the Ignition Interlock Device Program
At Fife, Mangnall & Mossinghoff, our knowledgeable and experienced attorneys understand that in some situations, the installation of an ignition interlock device is a necessary evil. It can even be a way to obtain a restricted license for our clients charged with DUI. It can also represent a significant hassle and expense that may be avoided in certain circumstances.
Your best course is to discuss your options with an experienced DUI defense lawyer as early as possible in the process. Call our Denver offices at 303-872-0539 or toll free at 877-690-4812 today to schedule a free consultation. You may also e-mail us now to request an appointment or to receive more information.
