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Ignition Interlock Devices: The View from the Prosecution

By Lawrence Taylor

I’ve railed in past posts about the ineffectiveness of ignition interlock devices (IIDs).  See The Truth About Ignition Interlock Devices.  This latest sure-fire weapon, which MADD loudly claims will "eliminate drunk driving once and for all", is currently sweeping the country. We know what the Mothers think.  What about the prosecutors in the trenches? Prosecutors Express Doubt About New DUI Law Jacksonville, IL.  Aug. 2  - While mandatory ignition locks equipped with a breathalyzer are suppose to prevent convicted first-time, drunken drivers from driving illegally, several area prosecutors doubt they will accomplish that purpose. The new mandate won’t take effect until Jan...continue to full post

Full post as published by DUI Blog on August 18, 2008 (boomark / email).