Ignition Interlock Device Program frequently asked questionsUsing the deviceCan a passenger blow into the device for the driver? Will the interlock shut off my engine or stop my vehicle if I fail a breath test? In extreme weather, can I start my car and let it run until the car warms up or cools down? What if I need more training on how to use and blow into the device? About the deviceCan the interlock unit drain my battery or damage my vehicle? Why does the ignition interlock device have a camera? What if the ignition interlock device is destroyed or stolen? Who should I contact if I am having problems with my ignition interlock device?Can I switch manufacturers? About the program When does my time in Ignition Interlock start? Can I qualify for a limited license instead of enrolling in the program? Am I eligible to get off the program early for good behavior? Can I remove my device before the end of my program? What if I am in the ignition interlock device program and move to another state? What if I am enrolled in the partial pay program? How are the 30 days for Cancel and Deny – Inimical to Public Safety (CANC-IPS) participants calculated? Reinstating your licenseCan I pay my reinstatement fee online via e-services? Where can I pay my reinstatement fee or meet with a driver evaluator? Who do I contact regarding special registration plates? How can I check my driver’s license status online? For ignition installers and manufacturersHow can I become an installer of the ignition interlock device? How can I become a certified manufacturer in Minnesota? Other questionsIf a participant has a program violation, how do I obtain copies of monitoring reports? What are the different ways to lose my driving privileges?
