ignition interlock

Breathalyzer car lock

An ignition interlock is a device installed in a vehicle that requires the driver to pass a breathalyzer test before the engine will start.

Courts typically mandate ignition interlocks for people convicted of drunk driving: He had to blow into the ignition interlock every time he started his car.

The device may also require periodic retests while driving.

device

breathalyzer

Alcohol detection device

smart technology · tamper-proof · GPS tracking · data logging · service center · mouthpiece · sensor · warm-up time

behavior

sobriety

Unimpaired mental state

alcohol-free · zero tolerance · rehabilitation · second chance · abstinence · designated driver

legal

court-ordered

Required by judicial ruling

compliance · revocation · offense · conviction · violation · penalty · suspension · DMV · hearing · first offense

Categories
Opposites
vehicle access control method

ignition interlockpush-button start

Vehicle activation via button

free access · keyless ignition · keyless entry · key fob · hot-wiring

DUI prevention approach

ignition interlocklicense suspension

Temporary loss of driving rights

honor system · self-regulation · jail time · monetary fine · DUI checkpoint

Family

ignite, ignition, ignited, interlock, igniting, ignites, reignite, igniter, reignited

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Top 500,000
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G