Ignition Interlock Rules in Ohio

First Offense in Ohio

Not mandatory for every first offense; the court may grant unlimited driving privileges with an ignition interlock device

Official source: first offense (Ohio)

Repeat Offenses in Ohio

Courts must order a certified ignition interlock as a condition of limited driving privileges in certain high-tier and repeat cases, and must impose restricted license plates for some repeat convictions

Official source: repeat offenses (Ohio)

How the Program Works in Ohio

Ohio Rev. Code § 4511.19(G)(1)(a)(iv); § 4510.13

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More on OVI Law in Ohio

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

• Ohio OVI Penalties: First, Second and Third Offense
• OVI License Suspension in Ohio: Hearing Deadline and Hardship License
• proof of insurance Insurance After an OVI in Ohio
• Can an OVI Be Expunged in Ohio?
• Refusing a Breath or Blood Test in Ohio

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