Louisiana ignition interlock laws aren’t complicated, but it’s important to make sure you understand them. What does Louisiana law say about ignition interlock devices? Well, it’s hard to cover everything in one quick post but below are some short summaries:
Administrative Suspension
If you have been arrested for driving while intoxicated, your license may be suspended under Louisiana’s “Implied Consent” law also known as an “administrative” suspension.
The suspension time period varies based on the specifics of the violation.
Administrative Suspension
Condition of Reinstatement
Under Louisiana law, an ignition interlock is required for anyone with a prior alcohol violation on their driving record, if a child age 12 or younger was present in the vehicle, or if there is an injury.
In these instances, an ignition interlock will be required upon reinstatement of your driving privileges. An ignition interlock device is an in-car alcohol breath screening device that is connected to the engine’s ignition system used to prevent a vehicle from starting if it detects an alcohol level above a preset limit.
Condition of Reinstatement
Hardship License
If your driving privileges have been suspended due to a DWI arrest or conviction, you may be eligible for a hardship license.
A hardship license is a restricted license issued to an individual whose driving privileges are under suspension. This license allows the individual to drive during the period of suspension to earn a livelihood or to maintain the necessities of life. In many instances, the installation of an ignition Interlock device is required.
Hardship License
Driver’s License Suspension
If you have been convicted of driving while intoxicated in Louisiana, your driver’s license is subject to suspension under the law.
Read more about Driver’sLicense Suspension Post Conviction
For more info re: interlock laws in Louisiana
For the most recent and accurate information please visit: https://legis.la.gov/legis/home.aspx
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