How to Remove Your Ignition Interlock

Updated Feb 15, 2024

It’s almost the end of your court or state order, which means it’s nearly time to remove your Ignition Interlock Device (IID). Congratulations on completing your program! Now let’s talk about getting your Ignition Interlock Device removed fast.

We’ve created this guide to show you a general overview of how to remove an Ignition Interlock Device. You can also visit our state removal process blog, where we break down the removal process state-by-state.

If you have completed your program, you need to go through a couple of steps first before visiting your Smart Start service center to remove your device.

Check Your Eligibility

Before initiating the removal process, it’s important to check if you are eligible for device removal. Each state has unique Ignition Interlock laws, so reach out to your State Authority to confirm the proper procedures and paperwork required for removal.

Get the Right Paperwork to Remove Your Ignition Interlock

Make sure you receive the proper Interlock Device removal paperwork from your court or DMV/state. Some states, however, may not send you any formal paperwork. In any case, you should confirm with your State Authority regarding when you can remove your Ignition Interlock system from your motor vehicles.

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Once you have permission to remove your device if needed, all you need to do is submit your removal request online. The IID requirement removal request process is simple, with detailed instructions on what to do and the next steps specific to each state.

Please keep in mind that all fees are due at the time of your device removal appointment.

Additional Ignition Interlock Removal Process Tips

if your motor vehicle was repossessed or totaled, you can reach out to our Customer Care Center at [company_variable name=”Customer Care Center”] Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Central Time to dispatch a technician to a remote site. Please note that technician dispatch is an additional fee-based service and is not guaranteed in all areas.
Keep in mind that your lease end date with your Interlock vendor does not mean that is the date you can remove your approved Ignition Interlock from any of your motor vehicles!
Do not attempt to remove your Ignition Interlock Device from your motor vehicle yourself! This will be a headache, and on a more serious note, this could mean additional costs and legal charges.
Some videos and articles online say the Ignition Interlock vendor and State Authority won’t find out if you do remove your device. This is a myth! Your Interlock reports will easily show what is going on with your Interlock vendor and State Authority.

Smart Start highly recommends complying with your court or state orders to complete your Ignition Interlock program successfully and easily.
As always, if you need any help, you can reach out to our friendly Customer Care team at [company_variable name=”Customer Care Center”] Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Central Time.

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