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If you’ve been charged with or convicted of a DUI in Colorado, here’s what you need to know about ignition interlock devices. Contact us for the best DUI defense.
Ignition interlock devices may have to be installed on people’s vehicles after they are convicted of DUIs. While Colorado laws regarding ignition interlock devices are very strict, who has to have these devices and what the requirements of maintaining them may be far less clear.
To elucidate some of these important points, in this blog series, we will respond to some frequently asked questions about ignition interlock devices.
While the information herein is helpful for people who have already been convicted of DUIs, for those who have recently been arrested for or charged with drunk driving, you can turn to the experienced Broomfield and Boulder DUI defense attorneys at Peter Loyd Weber & Associates. Our lawyers will aggressively defend you while helping you resolve your DUI case as favorably as possible.
Q – Are ignition interlock devices required after all DUI convictions?
A – No. However, since January 1, 2014, the following people will generally have to have ignition interlock devices installed in their vehicles after DUI convictions:
- Those who had BACs of 0.15 or greater
- Those who refused to submit to BAC testing during their DUI stop
- Those who are considered to be “Persistent Drunk Drivers”
- Those who are considered to be “Habitual Traffic Offenders”
- Those who have a prior DUI conviction.
There are various cases also in which people can get their driving privileges reinstated early if they agree to install and maintain ignition interlock devices on their vehicles, and people can find out more about these options from the Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles.
Q – Where can I get one of these devices installed on my vehicle?
A – The following are the state-approved vendors for installing and maintaining ignition interlock devices:
- #1 A LifeSafer of CO (800-475-5490)
- 1A Smart Start, Inc. (800-880-3394)
- Guardian (800-499-0994)
- Intoxalock® (877-777-5020)
More answers to common questions about ignition interlock devices will be available in a few upcoming installments to this blog series. We encourage you to check them out.
Broomfield and Boulder DUI Defense Attorneys at Peter Loyd Weber & Associates
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Our Broomfield and Boulder DUI defense attorneys have a record of success in helping our clients favorably resolve their DUI cases, and we are ready to put our experience, knowledge and skills to work defending you.
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