Ignition Interlock Rules in Mississippi

First Offense in Mississippi

not mandatory; an interlock-restricted license is an alternative to the 120-day suspension when ordered by the court, and alcohol nonadjudication requires 120 days on an interlock-restricted license or a 120-day suspension

Official source: first offense (Mississippi)

Repeat Offenses in Mississippi

second and later convictions: vehicles without an interlock are impounded or immobilized; third offense: interlock-restricted license only for 3 years after release; fourth or subsequent: 10 years

Official source: repeat offenses (Mississippi)

How the Program Works in Mississippi

to return to an unrestricted license you need proof of completing the alcohol safety program if ordered, the reinstatement and license fees, proof of insurance, and a vendor declaration of no violations in the last 30 days; the court may extend the interlock period after a violation

Official source: how the program works (Mississippi)

More on DUI Law in Mississippi

See the full overview of DUI laws in Mississippi and read about how ignition interlock programs work.

• Mississippi DUI Penalties: First, Second and Third Offense
• DUI License Suspension in Mississippi: Hearing Deadline and Hardship License
• SR-22 Insurance After a DUI in Mississippi
• Can a DUI Be Expunged in Mississippi?
• Refusing a Breath or Blood Test in Mississippi

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