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You will need to use the alcohol interlock device for a specific period of time (which will vary based
on your oence). At regular intervals your data recorded by the interlock device will be downloaded
and used to make decisions about whether your program requirements have been met and you have
successfully completed the program.
END OF THE PROGRAM PROCESS
• Do not record any violations in the last 6 months of your interlock period. If
you have logged failed breath tests (even at low ranges) you may be required to
undergo a Fitness to Drive assessment with a doctor. Based on the outcome of
this assessment, your interlock period may be extended for a further 6 months.
• Roads and Maritime will advise you when your interlock participation period
has been completed.
• When your Interlock period has been successfully completed you can go to a
Service NSW centre or your local registry to obtain a driver’s licence that does
not carry the interlock condition.
• Organise for your SmartStart Interlocks provider to remove the interlock from
your vehicle.
• Your interlock licence conditions include that you:
• Must have a BAC of zero at all times while driving
• Only drive your nominated vehicle which is fitted with an approved alcohol interlock device
• Take all breath tests the alcohol interlock requests
• Ensure that your interlock is serviced when required under your program. Servicing periods will start at
1 month, but can be extended
• Attend all medical consultations required
under the program
• Only drive the vehicle if you have personally
provided the breath sample required by the
interlock
• Do not drive any motor vehicle if you know
that the interlock is not working properly, or
has been circumvented or interfered with
• Do not tamper with the device
Program Rules and
Guidelines