SB180 Summary

• Allows courts to order installation of any court-approved alcohol monitoring device in lieu of ignition interlock devices for persons convicted of driving under the influence.

• Permits defendants charged with DUI who enter pretrial diversion programs to use court-approved alcohol monitoring devices instead of being mandated to use ignition interlock devices.

• Requires proof of installation of alcohol monitoring devices be submitted to the Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency and establishes procedures for license reinstatement and compliance monitoring.

• Extends probation periods until all ignition interlock or alcohol monitoring device requirements are completed by the offender.

• Becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.