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As a condition of restoring your license after it suspended due to a DUI, the State of Connecticut will require you to install and maintain an ignition interlock device (IID) in your vehicle. The length of time for this will depend on how many DUIs you have had and if you took a Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) test when arrested. You can learn more about the IID and how long you will have to use it on this page.
IID Requirements
This requirement for an IID starts after your 45 days license suspension. It can only begin once you file a P-246 form with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). You can get a copy of this form here. This form is required along with a $175.00 restoration fee and the $100.00 IID Administration fee. They should be submitted two weeks before your suspension period is over so that there is no delay in your license being restored with the IID device.
Time Requirements
Below is information on the requirements for an IID after a DMV Per Se license suspension. Your specific requirement would be on your license suspension notice. It is important to note that these requirements are slightly different if found guilty of DUI in the criminal court proceeding. The requirements for IID in those cases might be extended beyond what is listed below. For those penalties you can look here: IID Penalties after a court conviction:
Under 21 years old:
- Blood Alcohol Level of .02 or higher
- 1st time: One year
- 2nd time: Two years
- 3rd or subsequent offense: Three years
Drivers 21 and older: (if driver has a CDL and is driving it at the time of offense the limit is .02):
Blood Alcohol Level of .08 or higher:
- 1st time: Six months
- 2nd time: One year
- 3rd or subsequent offense: Two years
No BAC test done – Also known as a refusal. This is same for all drivers:
- 1st time: One year
- 2nd time: Two years
- 3rd or subsequent offense: Three years
Getting Help
A DUI criminal defense lawyer like those at Ruane Attorneys can help navigate what charges you are facing and the best course of action to preserve your right to drive and maintain your innocence. If you have further questions about a DUI that you face or ignition interlock device requirements, contact our office. We are happy to help you at this difficult time.
