Ignition Interlock Devices

Missed Rolling Re-Tests Trigger 10 Year Revocations Leaving your vehicle’s engine running or even the key in the “accessory” position could cause you to receive an Ignition Interlock Violation. This is because the Massachusetts Registry’s Ignition Interlock Device Regulations penalize drivers who miss rolling re-tests and the ignition interlock devices used in Massachusetts, such as […]

When the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) receives documentation that shows a violation of the Ignition Interlock Device (IID) program requirements, you will receive violation hearing notice. The Registry mails these notices to the customer’s address on record with the RMV. Any alleged non-compliance with IID program requirements can result in the scheduling of

Every state has enacted a law permitting a court or administrative agency to order a convicted drunk driver to install an ignition interlock for some period after conviction. In Massachusetts, at present, this requirement applies to those who have 2 or more operating under the influence convictions or alcohol program assignments. The ignition interlock device

In the case of Commonwealth v. Sean M. Pettit, the Massachusetts Appeals Court announced that a person who is required to use an ignition interlock device in accordance with Melanie’s Law cannot be convicted of operating a motor vehicle without the ignition interlock device unless the driver’s license is active when he or she is

Question: 1st OUI-8/23/93 2nd OUI 12/20/05 completed all inpatient and outpatient requirements. Was issued Cinderella (hardship license) in 2006. Due to bankruptcy, divorce and repossession I was unable to complete interlock time frame. I have not driven since 2007 and would like to appear before the Board of Appeals to inquire if my interlock requirement