Repeat DUI offenders must use ignition interlock for a year

Legislation that received final approval Thursday would lengthen the time repeat DUI offenders must use an interlock ignition device on their vehicles.

House Bill 407 would double the length of time offenders must use the device, which measures a driver’s blood-alcohol content before allowing the ignition to start.

The bill was requested by the Department of Driver Services to keep Georgia compliant with federal guidelines.