- 4510.43; §4510.44; §2951.02(G)(2) and (3)
If imposed, as a condition of probation by the court, offenders must obtain a specially marked driver’s license indicating they may only operate a vehicle equipped with such an ignition interlock device.
For first and second offenses, the court may order a person to use ignition interlock devices when using an occupational license; for third and subsequent offenses, the court must require a person to use these devices when using an occupational license.
4501-45-01 Ignition interlock device” means a device that connects a breath analyzer to a motor vehicle’s ignition system, that is constantly available to monitor the concentration by weight of alcohol in the breath of any person attempting to start the motor vehicle by using its ignition system, and that deters starting the motor vehicle by use of its ignition system unless the person attempting to start the vehicle provides an appropriate breath sample for the device and the device determines that the concentration by weight of alcohol in the person’s breath is below a preset level.
| How soon can an ignition interlock be installed? | |
| First Offense | 15 days after conviction |
| Second Offense | 45 days after conviction |
| First Refusal | Interlock not available for first-time refusals |
| How many times an interlock stopped a drunk driving start (.08 BAC or more) in Ohio?
20,535
From December 1, 2006 to December 1, 2016, MADD |
