Can interlock be removed early?

Early interlock removal can dramatically reduce the number of months you drive with an ignition interlock. While many drivers face the prospect of driving with an interlock device for 8-24 months, you can have your device removed after only four months of use.

How long does it take to remove an interlock?

Your device removal appointment should take about 30 minutes, including the actual removal and completing state reports, as well as closing out your account. Professional removal of your IID will leave your vehicle with no visible marks or changes.

How do you get an Interlock Device removed?

Once you have completed your state mandated lease and if you no longer want an ignition interlock device attached to your car, you can call you ignition interlock provider to have them schedule an appointment for its removal.

How can I get my interlock removed from my licence?

When you’ve used the alcohol interlock as required, you can apply to have your alcohol interlock condition removed from your licence. VicRoads will assess your interlock data and usage to determine whether you’ve successfully separated drinking from driving. calling Driver Relicensing Services on 1300 723 790.

What do you need to know about an interlock restricted license?

An Interlock Restricted License requires that you use an Ignition Interlock Device. Each jurisdiction has its own terms, rules and regulations, but an Interlock Restricted License is not the same as a suspended license. In general, it permits a driver to drive a vehicle only if it is equipped with an Ignition Interlock Device (IID).

Where do I Surrender my ignition interlock device?

Customers may go to a driver license office or tax collector office and request to voluntarily surrender their license. Customers will be given proof that they have surrendered their license and must present it to the provider for them to remove the IID.

Are there any changes to the alcohol interlock program?

From 1 December 2019, the Magistrates’ Court no longer issues Interlock Condition Removal Orders (ICRO). All alcohol interlock condition removal applications are managed by VicRoads. Read more about the changes here. To complete the Alcohol Interlock Program and have the alcohol interlock condition removed from your licence, you’ll need to:

Can a ignition interlock be removed from a drivers license?

The ignition interlock can only be removed upon receipt of a court order with a court seal or vendor removal form signed by a judge or county clerk. To have the ignition interlock requirement removed from your driver license, submit the necessary documentation to the Department by mail, email, or fax.

What does it mean to have a restricted interlock license?

A restricted interlock license authorizes you to operate a motor vehicle equipped with an ignition interlock device (IID).

When do I forfeit my ignition interlock device?

After 30 days you forfeit any fees you’ve paid, and you’ll have to start over again with a new application and fee. While driving with an IIL, you must maintain an ignition interlock device on all vehicles you drive. To learn more about interlock device requirements, see Ignition interlock device (IID).

Where do I pay for my interlock license?

All reinstatement fees can be paid online; however, the restricted interlock license fee must be submitted to the Department by mail. For your convenience, you may submit both the restricted interlock license fee and any reinstatement fees together to the following address for processing: