MADD also says that the use of these devices for all offenders has helped reduce deaths, in some cases dramatically. According to some studies, states like Arizona and Oregon saw declines of more than 40 percent in the number of drunk driving deaths after implementing strict ignition interlock laws. Currently, 24 states have passed measures requiring all convicted drunk drivers to use the IIDs.
In Minnesota, the law says that ignition interlock devices are only required for those offenders found with a BAC of 0.16 percent or higher. Though drivers with a BAC less than this amount have the option of signing up to use an IID, it is not required. This means that lawmakers in Minnesota would need to make some changes to the law to comply with Lowey’s proposed measure.
Source: “New Ignition Interlock Legislation Aims To Save Thousands From Drunk Driving Deaths,” by Tanya Mohn, published at Forbes.com.