INTERLOCK DEVICE OF NEW JERSEY

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INTERLOCK DEVICE OF NEW JERSEY

• The Draeger Ignition Interlock Device
• Presented by Lance Gooberman, M.D., J.D.

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The Draeger Interlock Device

• Made by National Draeger, manufacturer of the
  Breathalyzer and the Alcotest 7110
• The only evidentiary breath testing instruments
  approved by the New Jersey Supreme Court for use
  by the NJ State and Local Police

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The Draeger Interlock Device - Overview

• Breath alcohol analysis device that is installed
  in a motor vehicle
• Prevents an alcohol-impaired person from starting
  the vehicle
• Vehicle starts after a person blows a breath
  sample without alcohol present
• Retests are randomly required during vehicle
  operation
• System records dates, times, test results, engine
  runs, and engine offs
• Data provided to authorities and used to
  determine compliance with the program

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The Draeger Interlock DeviceHow does it work?

• Measures and records Breath Alcohol Concentration
  (BAC) level before vehicle starts
• If BAC is below the set limit, vehicle starts
• If BAC is above limit, vehicle will not start
• Requires driver to blow other tests during course
  of driving
• Records all BAC readings, starts, shut-offs,
  violations, dates and times of events
• Events are uploaded at service center for
  monitoring purposes
• Interlock indicates when service is due
• Vehicle will not start if not serviced as required

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The Draeger Interlock DeviceThe Breath Test

• Clients are trained on how to blow into the
  device.
• The interlock will display PASSED or FAILED.
• If PASSED, the next message is OK START.
• Vehicle must be started within two minutes after
  a breath test.
• If FAILED, the vehicle will not start and
  DISABLED appears for the number of minutes set
  in the program. If BAC is high, device is
  disabled longer.

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The Draeger Interlock DeviceLOCKOUT

• Repeated failed tests result in LOCKOUT
  message.
• Display shows how long the LOCKOUT period is.
• During the countdown, DISABLED and the
  remaining time will be displayed.
• After LOCKOUT period is over, another breath test
  can be taken.

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The Draeger Interlock DeviceProblems with the
Breath Test (incorrect sample) ? Disabled for
15 minutes

• TOO SOFT
• TOO HARD
• SUCKBLOW

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The Draeger Interlock DeviceRolling Retest

• Interlock program requires additional tests
  during journeys, given at random intervals (first
  5-15 min, then 20-45 min).
• Device prompts RE-TEST REQUIREDand PLEASE
  BLOW.
• Retest to be taken within 5 minutes .
• After PASSED displayed, trip may continue.
• Retests should be done in a safe area.
• If Retest not taken in time or properly, vehicle
  horn will honk.
• Pull over and shut engine off ? Disabled for 15
  minutes to three hours.

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The Draeger Interlock DeviceService Requirements

• Device displays a countdown for service date and
  time.
• Display starts one week in advance of service
  date.
• Five day grace period
• Required every 65 days

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The Draeger Interlock DeviceService Technician

• Collects the data stored in the device
• Notes odometer reading
• Checks for evidence of tampering
• Checks wiring connections
• Calibrates the Interlock
• Collects payment
• Schedules next appointment

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The Draeger Interlock DeviceViolation Reset

• If device detects THREE violations, it is
  programmed to require earlier monitoring.
• Display indicates Lockout in XX days
• Five day countdown
• Violations may be caused by
• failed breath test
• skipped retest
• failed retest
• tampering
• trying to circumvent the Interlock.
• incorrect sample

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The Draeger Interlock DeviceFrequently Asked
Questions

• Will the unit shut off the engine? No.
• What if vehicle stalls in traffic? Device allows
  a grace period of two minutes.
• Will the Interlock record a false positive
  test? No. Electrochemical fuel cell technology is
  used which is alcohol specific.
• Can someone besides the driver provide the breath
  test? Yes, however, the breath sample is volume
  specific and must be presented in a unique
  manner. Incorrect breath presentation is noted in
  the events log.
• How often is the Interlock monitored? In New
  Jersey, it is monitored at the service center
  every 65 days. The monitoring and calibration
  check takes about 15 minutes.

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The Draeger Interlock DeviceLockout Resulting
from Missed Service

• Lockout occurs if device is not serviced when
  required.
• Client must schedule a service call at cars
  location or
• Have vehicle towed to the Interlock Device of New
  Jersey shop.
• This is at the expense of the client.

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Interlock Device of New JerseyPrice List

•  Post-DWI Conviction
• Monthly Charge 75.00, Road Service 50.00/hour
  plus 0.37/mile  (No fee for installation. No fee
  for removal.)
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• No DWI Conviction
• Installation 100.00, Annual Rental 600.00, Road
  Service 50.00/hour plus 0.37/mile    
• All prices current as of Sept. 26, 2005.

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Model XT

• Shorter warm up time
• ½ the breath specimen
• Simpler test
• Easier to have vehicle serviced
• Price

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INTERLOCK DEVICE OF NEW JERSEY

• The Only Authorized Draeger Ignition Interlock
  Device Dealer in New Jersey
• 1-800-970-1002
• www.InterlockDevice.com