Ignition Interlock Devices

Windshield Washer Fluid and Ignition Interlock Devices: What Massachusetts Drivers Need to Know If you’re part of the Massachusetts Registry’s Ignition Interlock Program, you may not realize that a common household item—windshield washer fluid—could jeopardize your driver’s license. Despite the devices being labeled “alcohol-specific,” ignition interlock devices (IIDs) are not designed to differentiate between the […]

The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles imposes 10-year license revocations for ignition interlock violations. One such violation is a failing a rolling re-test with a BAC at or above .05. Under the Registry’s regulations, just a single failure of this nature will generate a 10-year license loss. Take a look at these readings: It is

Ignition Interlock Devices (IIDs) are critical tools for ensuring that drivers previously convicted of Operating Under the Influence (OUI) remain sober while operating a vehicle. However, these devices are not infallible, and users can face severe consequences for missed or failed rolling re-tests—even in cases where no alcohol consumption occurred. This guide provides an overview

The Covid-19 pandemic has created some challenges for Massachusetts Ignition Interlock Device users. The Registry has afforded no relief from the requirement that the IID be downloaded and calibrated approximately every thirty (30) days. If you miss a service visits, you risk having your license revoked for 10 years. Even with the requirements to practice

Ignition Interlock Devices are not breathalyzers. They are lockout devices and they could never meet the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) breathalyzer certification standards. Nevertheless, the Registry routinely relies on Ignition Interlock Device (IID) Readings to impose 10-year license revocations. One of the many problems with IIDs is that they are not ethyl

This case shows how a trip to the dentist almost cost an ignition interlock device (IID) user his driver’s license. John had 7 years of complete and uninterrupted sobriety. He had not had a drink in years. However, he experienced numerous failed start ups. He would try to start his car in the morning to

The Ignition Interlock Department of the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicle has been imposing 10-year license revocations when a customer’s Ignition Interlock Device prevents the vehicle from starting. This is known as a failed startup and it has resulted in ignition interlock violation hearings and 10-year license revocations, which the Registry imposes pursuant to G.L.

The Mass. Registry of Motor Vehicles imposes 10-year license revocations for ignition interlock violations, such as missed rolling retests, failed rolling re-tests, initial start violations, tampering, circumvention, and disconnection. Not all of these revocations are legally valid and I have reversed many of them on appeal. There are thousands of ignition interlock devices currently in