Prevent DUI Through Mandatory IIL for Everyone?

I was just reading Bill Cross's blog about an article he read regarding the restaurant business becoming upset at the current prospect of ignition interlock (IIL) devices being installed on all vehicles. IIL devices require a driver to pass a breathilizer test for alcohol to start their vehicle and requires random tests every so many minutes thereafter to keep the vehicle in operation. Currently, these devices are installed as a consequence for conviction of DUI in many states. However, they are not presently installed on all vehicles.

The discussion Mr. Cross brought up was that some restauranteers are up in arms about their patrons (all citizens, actually) being mandated to have an IIL on their vehicle. In other words, consideration is being given to manufacturing all vehicles in the US with IIL devices already installed. Restaurant and bar owners are concerned about the possible consequences to alcohol sales as a result. Conservatives are concerned with the limitations to personal freedom while liberals are concerned with whether or not giving up this liberty serves the greater good.

Personally, I can not imagine having to drive around with an IIL installed in my vehicle. How would a person manage driving, taking a breathilizer test every so many minutes, kids, pets, and any other distractions or noise? In my opinion, the IIL may end up causing just as many accidents as it hopes to prevent. Perhaps fatalities will decrease, as statisically most fatal car accidents involve alcohol.

What are you thoughts?

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