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Florida (FL) - State Requirements for Ignition Interlock Devices

The Florida Ignition Interlock Program

Florida ignition interlock law says that drivers charged with DUI may have to install an IID in certain situations. While anyone caught committing an alcohol-related driving offense will have their license suspended or revoked for a court-ordered period, some can drive if they obtain a hardship permit and install a Florida ignition interlock device. Drivers are also subject to fines, and possible prison time, depending on the severity of the offense and if they have previously been convicted of DUI.

Some offenders may be eligible for a hardship permit if they meet certain criteria. If a driver has two DUI convictions, they may not be eligible for a permit. Anyone with a permit must install an ignition interlock device from a certified ignition interlock provider.

What Happens if I Get an DUI in Florida?

Florida has tiered financial and other penalties for DUI depending on offense:

First DUI Offense

  • Fine of $500-$1,000
  • Fine of $1,000 to $2,000 if BAC is .15 or higher or a minor is in the car
  • Up to 50 hours of community service (or a fine of $10 per required hour)
  • Potential for imprisonment for up to six months, or up to nine months if a minor is present or BAC is over .15
  • A state-approved interlock device may be required if a restricted license is requested

Second DUI Offense

  • Mandatory imprisonment for 10 days if less than five years since previous offense
  • Fine of $1,000-$2,000
  • Fine of $2,000-$5,000 if a minor was in the car
  • Potential for imprisonment for up to nine months, or up to 12 months if a minor is
  • present or BAC is over .15
  • IID required

Third DUI Offense

  • Mandatory imprisonment of at least 30 days if less than 10 years since previous offense
  • Potential for imprisonment for up to 12 months if more than 10 years since previous offense
  • Drivers are fined $2,000-$5,000, or not less than $5,000 if BAC is above .15 or a minor was in the car
  • IID required

Fourth DUI Offense

  • Driver fined $2,000 or not less than $5,000 if a minor was present or BAC is more than .15
  • Imprisonment for up to five years
  • IID required

How Do I Get a Hardship Permit in Florida?

A Hardship Permit allows Florida drivers to get back on the road if their license is suspended. Driving is limited to work, home, school, medical treatment, ignition interlock maintenance, and work-related driving. Drivers are responsible for all associated costs of the IID. The process varies depending on the offense. In order to get a Hardship License, drivers should:

First Offense

  • Complete DUI school
  • Treatment, if referred, is required
  • Install an ignition interlock Florida approves

Second Offense

  • Wait one year from date of revocation
  • Complete DUI school
  • Complete any required treatment
  • Install an interlock device Florida approves
  • Get a favorable recommendation
  • Present approval for early reinstatement to the DMV

Third Offense

  • If other offenses are less than five years ago, drivers are not eligible for a hardship license
  • If the offenses were more than five years ago, but less than 10 years ago, drivers are not eligible for a hardship license until two years of the revocation period is served, and the driver has met all other criteria