Alabama ignition interlock laws aren’t complicated, but it’s important to make sure you understand them. What does Alabama law say about ignition interlock devices? Well, it’s hard to cover everything in one quick post but below are some short summaries.
DUI Statute
In Alabama, upon arrest or conviction of a DUI, an ignition interlock will probably be required if:
– You have entered a deferred prosecution agreement or pretrial program
– You are convicted of a 1st offense DUI, with a BAC of .015 or above
– Or you are convicted of a repeat offense or refusal
AL Law Reference Guide
Additional Interlock Requirements
In Alabama, if you have been court ordered to have an ignition interlock:
– Operating another vehicle without an ignition interlock is illegal
– Having someone else blow into the device for you is illegal
These are considered misdemeanors and carry their own jail time and fines.
Additional Interlock Requirements
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