Studies Show Ignition Interlocks Reduce Repeat Offenses By Up To 64%

Dave — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 21:10:11 -0800

A number of studies have been conducted that measure the effectiveness of ignition interlock devices. One area of focus in these studies has been on the impact on repeat offenses. One study pointed to a 64% reduction in the rate of repeat offense after the use of an ignition interlock device.

These breath alcohol ignition interlock devices (BAIID), such as the Intoxalock have proven to be strong behavior modification tools. When a driver is able to relate his or her breath alcohol level (BrAC) to the amount consumed they can draw a concise correlation between what and how much they drank to the impact on their blood (and hence breath alcohol) levels. Most people who consume alcohol have little or no idea how much they can drink before reaching prescribed limits for drinking and driving. Also, when when a BAIID user repeatedly introduces .000 BrAC values into the devices, it serves as positive reinforcement that they are doing the right thing and it helps them better understand that they cannot consume alcohol and expect to drive a vehicle legally.

Our experience shows that many users have made dramatic shifts in their behavior as a result of using a BAIID. We receive feedback regularly from our customers on the positive impact the Intoxalock® has had on their lives.