Ignition Interlock Device Violation

Summary

In Alabama, DUI offenders must install an ignition interlock device. Lack of knowledge isnt a defense. If court documents werent received, visit the court clerks office or file a written request. Contact the Alabama State Bar if your public defender is unresponsive.

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Was arrested for operating a vehical without an interlock device. I was not told this nor made aware of this till i was arrested
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. To provide you with the most accurate information, can you please tell me in which state or country this happened?
Alabama
I'm sorry for your situation. In Alabama:
- It's mandatory for DUI offenders to install an ignition interlock device.
- Lack of knowledge isn't a defense.
To get further assistance, consider consulting an attorney.
The court never send the paperwork as to what i was to comply to and called numerous times to get the information only to be told it will or has been mailed
I understand your frustration, ****. In Alabama, you have the right to request a copy of your court documents. Here's what you can do:
- Visit the court clerk's office in person
- File a written request by mail
- Some courts allow online requests
Remember to include your case number.
They never gave me the case info either
I see, ****. It's advised to reach out to the court clerk's office again and explain your situation. If you were assigned a public defender, you could also contact them for your case number.
The public defender has never before and after returned my call
I'm sorry to hear that, ****. You may consider reaching out to the Alabama State Bar for assistance. They may guide you on how to handle this issue with your public defender.