McDonnell Signs Law Requiring Ignition Interlocks for First-Time DUI Offenders
Law goes into effect July 1.
RICHMOND (Capital News Service) — Gov. Bob McDonnell has signed legislation that will require first-time DUI offenders in Virginia to install a Breathalyzer in their vehicle to prevent them from driving while intoxicated. The governor signed House Bill 279 on Wednesday. As a result, beginning July 1, all Virginians convicted of DUI will have to have an ignition interlock installed in their vehicle. Currently, that requirement applies only to repeat offenders or first-time offenders with blood alcohol content higher than 0.15. Virginia will "join just 15 other U.S. states in requiring this proven effective technology for all persons convicted of drunk driving," Kurt Erickson, president of the Washington Regional Alcohol Program, said …
Jason Spencer
7:10 pm on Sunday, March 11, 2012
We'll have a Speak Out on this topic Monday morning with some information from the American Beverage Institute, which opposed the new law. Check back Monday morning and be sure to tell us what you think! more ›