FR44 Insurance and Ignition Interlock Devices (IID) in Florida — Complete 2026 Guide

If you were convicted of DUI in Florida, there is a strong chance you will need an ignition interlock device (IID) — a breathalyzer installed in your vehicle that prevents the engine from starting if it detects alcohol. Here is exactly how IIDs work, when they are required, what they cost, and how they interact with your FR44 insurance requirement.

When Is an Ignition Interlock Device Required in Florida?

Offense	IID Required?	Duration
First DUI, BAC below 0.15, no minor in vehicle	⚠️ At court’s discretion	Up to 6 months
First DUI, BAC ≥ 0.15	✅ Mandatory	6 months minimum
First DUI with minor in vehicle (under 18)	✅ Mandatory	6 months minimum
Second DUI (any BAC)	✅ Mandatory	2 years minimum
Second DUI, BAC ≥ 0.15 or minor in vehicle	✅ Mandatory	2 years minimum
Third DUI (any BAC)	✅ Mandatory	2 years minimum
DUI manslaughter	✅ Mandatory	2 years minimum

How Much Does an Ignition Interlock Device Cost in Florida?

Cost	Amount	Frequency
Installation	$70–$150	One-time
Monthly monitoring/calibration	$65–$90	Every 30 days
Removal	$50–$100	One-time (at end of period)
Total (6 months)	$510–$740
Total (2 years)	$1,680–$2,410

Florida has approximately 15 state-approved IID vendors including Intoxalock, Smart Start, LifeSafer, Draeger, and ALCOLOCK. Prices vary — shop around before choosing a vendor.

IID + FR44 Insurance: How They Work Together

• Both are required simultaneously. If the court orders an IID, you must install it AND maintain FR44 insurance — neither substitutes for the other.
• IID must be installed BEFORE license reinstatement. The DHSMV will not issue a restricted license until the IID installation is verified.
• FR44 insurance is not affected by an IID. Having an IID does not lower your FR44 premium — but successfully completing the IID period without violations can help when you eventually return to standard insurance.
• IID violations DO affect your FR44. A failed breath test or tampering violation can result in IID period extension, license re-suspension, and potentially resetting your FR44 clock.

Can You Drive Without an IID If It Was Ordered?

No. Driving a vehicle without a court-ordered IID — even a borrowed or rental car — is a first-degree misdemeanor punishable by up to 1 year in jail and $1,000 fine. Every vehicle you drive must have an IID installed. The only exception: employer-owned vehicles used during work hours with documented employer consent — and only if the employer has been notified of the IID requirement.

IID Violations — What Happens

• Failed breath test (BAC ≥ 0.025): Reported to probation and the DHSMV. IID period may be extended by 1–6 months per violation.
• Missed calibration appointment: Device locks. Must be towed to service center. Reported as a violation.
• Tampering or circumvention: Criminal charge. IID period extended. Potential jail time for probation violation.
• 3+ violations: IID period extended to maximum. Court may revoke restricted license entirely.

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Last updated: May 27, 2026. IID requirements per Florida Statute 316.193. Vendor pricing is current as of 2026 and subject to change.