Idaho State Laws and IID Requirements
In Idaho, the legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit is .08 percent. This means that anyone with a BAC at or above .08 percent is at risk of a DUI conviction. The penalties include financial penalties and administrative penalties that may include license suspension, jail time, or community service. First-time offenders may be eligible to enter a diversion program, where they’d be required to install an ignition interlock device, or IID, for a mandatory period of time. All first-time offenders are also required to have an IID for a year following their license suspension. With an IID, offenders may be able to regain their driving privileges faster, as the devices prevent drivers from starting their car with alcohol in their system.
What Happens if I Get a DUI in Idaho?
First Offense
- Up to 6 months of jail time
- 90 to 180 days license suspension
- Up to $1,000 in fines
- First-time offenders can enter a diversion program and install an IID to regain driving privileges faster
- IID installation required
Second Offense
- 10 days to one year in jail
- Up to $2,000 in fines
- One-year license suspension
- IID installation required
Third Offense
- Considered a felony if third offense is within 10 years
- 30 days to 10 years in jail
- Up to $5,000 in fines
- License suspended for minimum of one year, up to four years
- IID installation required
First Offense with High BAC
- 10 days mandatory jail time, up to one year
- Up to $2,000 in fines
- One year mandatory license suspension with no driving privileges of any kind
- IID installation required
Second Offense within 5 years (High BAC)
- Mandatory 30 days in jail
- Up to 5 years in state penitentiary
- Up to $5,000 in fines
- IID installation required
- License suspended for up to five years, with one year of no driving privileges of any kind
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How Do I Get a Restricted Driver’s Permit in Idaho?
In Idaho, offenders who install an ignition interlock device and meet other criteria may be eligible for a restricted driver’s permit. This permit allows them to regain driving privileges during a suspension period. To get a restricted driver’s permit, offenders should:
- Complete all court-ordered treatment or community service and pay all fines
- Fill out the application form for a restricted permit
- Show proof of SR-22 insurance in their name
- Provide a signed and dated Driver’s Agreement
- Work and or school verification for restricted driver’s permit - in some cases, the driver’s school or employer may need to verify enrollment or employment
- Install an ignition interlock device
Sometimes the specifics of the incidence mean there are additional requirements, but this is the general criteria that applies to every offender.
ADS ID Interlock Devices
A hardship license requires an ignition interlock device, which must be installed by an approved provider. IIDs are also mandatory after suspension. ADS and our partner network are approved in Idaho, so you know you will be in compliance with state regulations.
What is an Ignition Interlock Device?
Ignition interlocks are small devices installed inside your vehicle that:
- Won’t let you start your vehicle if you have alcohol in your system
- Randomly requests retests of your Breath Alcohol Content (BrAC) while you’re driving to prevent device tampering and drunk driving
How Long is an ID Interlock Device Required?
The IID requirement period is dependent on the statute. The court may also take into account the number of offenses on the driver’s record, and if there were aggravating factors to the DUI offense. In general, the devices are required for the suspension period and potentially some time after the suspension period ends.
Ignition Interlock Cost in Idaho
Offenders are responsible for the cost of the device. There is financial assistance available for anyone the court deems indigent.
How Much Does an IID Cost?
The price of the device is typically between $2.50 and $3.50 a day.
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Readers of this website should contact their attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular legal matter. Only your individual attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.