Oklahoma’s Ignition Interlock Certification Program  

A drunk driving conviction can be difficult for anyone, which is why it helps to know that even though there are consequences you will face for your actions, you can also be assured of a trustworthy process in your rehabilitation. Car breathalyzers and ignition interlock devices play a vital role in a DWI, especially when you are facing the loss of freedom from a suspended license. Knowing you can trust your device and the people who service it takes away one of the biggest worries when moving beyond a drunk driving conviction.

Oklahoma’s ignition interlock program is a perfect example of the dedication to keeping you driving while ensuring other drivers on the road that you are sober behind the wheel. Since the program relies on ignition interlock device, approved service centers and licensed technicians, the Oklahoma Board of Tests for Alcohol and Drug Influence (BOT) is highly involved in the regulation of all aspects of the program.

The Oklahoma BOT oversees the following:

• Certification and approval of ignition interlock device models.
• Publishing information regarding the approved devices.
• Inspection and licensing of ignition interlock service centers.
• Licensing of ignition interlock service technicians.
• Verification of ignition interlock device on vehicle of a DWI offender.

Regulating the ignition interlock program and all that it entails makes sure that you are getting the best possible technology and service for the duration of your court order. Since the devices must meet such strict criteria, you are less likely to have any technology-based errors when using them as instructed. At the same time, the regulated ignition interlock devices ensure the court that you are sober when driving. Plus, both you and the court know that the service centers and technicians are trustworthy, all of which puts you in the driver’s seat for a smooth ride beyond your DWI conviction.

A DWI can be frustrating, of course, and nobody wants to face the consequences of a bad decision like drinking and driving. But, you can rest assured that the Oklahoma BOT wants nothing more than to get you beyond that decision as fast and easily as possible.