Lawmakers Consider Interlock Device for Missouri DWI Offenders

State representatives may require ignition interlock devices for repeat offense of drunk driving in Missouri.

State lawmakers are considering legislation that would call for the mandatory installation of ignition interlock devices in vehicles owned by repeat Missouri DUI offenders. The device requires the motorist to breathe into a testing tube that analyzes the person’s blood alcohol content. If the resulting BAC is .025% or higher, the device disables the ignition of the car.

Statistically it is reported that 3 in 100 cars on the road is operated by a driver with multiple DUI arrests. Whereas it does not mean those motorists are driving drunk at the time, the aim of the proposed law is to reduce the number of chronic drunk drivers on Missouri highways.

If passed, the law would require a motorist convicted of two or more arrests for driving under the influence in Missouri to pay the $400-500 cost for installation of an interlock device, plus a monthly rental fee.

Charged with Driving While Intoxicated in Missouri? You will need to hire a DWI lawyer in Missouri.