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How to use intoxalock ignition interlock device
Intoxalock, formerly known as Consumer Safety Technology or CST, developed the technology used by ignition interlock devices, or car breathalyzers. They are based in [Des Moines, Iowa]], United States. These devices prevent people from drunk driving and are often required for people who have DUI or DWI offenses.
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How to operate intoxalock ignition interlock
History
Consumer Safety Technology was started in 1988, with their first ignition interlock system using alcohol-specific fuel cell technology developed in 1992. They worked with Iowa State University engineers to develop this new technology. Intoxalock became registered in 2006 and in 2012, CST began officially doing business as Intoxalock.
Scot Lewton and Kevin Doyle were the original founders of Consumer Safety Technology. They sold the company to the private equity firm, ClearLight Partners LLC, in 2012. Kimberly Williams joined the company in 2014, and became chief executive.
Intoxalock is certified to install their devices in 40 US states. In 2013, Intoxalock began servicing customers in Washington directly. Washington was previously owned by an independent distributor. Kentucky is the newest state to pass ignition interlock laws (June 2015) and Intoxalock is one of the certified installers in the state.
Instead of having corporate locations in each state, Intoxalock partners with local automotive shops and certifies them as installers of their devices. Intoxalock has over 1,600 installation locations. Some states require ignition interlock devices to come equipped with a camera that takes a picture every time a sample is given. This verifies that the person giving the sample is the person driving the vehicle. Intoxalock provides camera verification with their eLERT devices. They can also provide GPS and real-time reporting for courts and probation officers.