If you have been ordered by the court to install an ignition interlock device (IID) on your vehicle, you may be wondering when you can have it removed. In the state of Iowa, IIDs must be installed for a minimum of six months. However, the court may order a longer period of time if it deems necessary.
Once the required time has passed, you can petition the court to have your IID removed. The court will consider various factors when making its decision, including your compliance with the terms of your ignition interlock restriction and whether or not you have been convicted of any additional alcohol-related offenses. If the court grants your request, you will need to provide proof that you have had the IID uninstalled from your vehicle before it will lift the restriction.
It is important to note that even after having an IID removed, you may still be required to maintain sobriety in order to avoid further penalties. For example, if you are pulled over and found to be under the influence of alcohol, you could face charges of driving while intoxicated (DWI). If this occurs while you are still on probation for a previous DWI offense, you could be subject to enhanced penalties such as jail time and increased fines