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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.

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What happens if someone driving my car is arrested for DWI?

June 17, 2014

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What will happen if someone driving my car has been arrested for DWI? If someone other than yourself is driving your vehicle, and gets arrested for a DWI you may have concerns that it will somehow impact you and your ability to drive.…

Can someone else use my car if it has an Ignition Interlock?

June 17, 2014

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If you get a DWI you will be required to install an ignition interlock device in your vehicle, and use the ignition interlock device every time you start your vehicle. The ignition interlock device will be used to prohibit you from starting…

Can Mouthwash Fail an Ignition Interlock Device?

June 17, 2014

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Mouthwash is a great way to make your breath smell fresher. But your favorite mouthwash could contain enough alcohol – as much as 27 percent, or 54 proof – to potentially cause a positive Ignition Interlock reading.

Can an ignition interlock device detect marijuana?

June 17, 2014

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Frequently, people who have ignition interlock devices installed in their vehicles have questions about what can and cannot be done with an ignition interlock device, and what exactly the ignition interlock device does. One question that…