Don't Try to Bypass the Ignition Interlock Device
I’ve noticed that there are a large number of people who are searching the internet for ways to bypass the ignition interlock device. Attempting to do this in Massachusetts is extremely dangerous and it will likely result in a 10 year license suspension or even jail time. The Massachusetts Ignition Interlock Device Law states that those who interfere with or tamper with an interlock device, with the intent to bypass or disable the IID, shall be punished a minimum mandatory sentence of 6 months in jail, and they may be sentenced to up to 5 years in state prison. This means that ignition interlock disabling, bypassing, or tampering is a felony in Massachusetts. Also, the Registry’s interlock regulations provide for a 10 year mandatory license suspension trying to bypass the interlock device.
Given the frustration and inconvenience associated with the ignition interlock device, it may be tempting to try to bypass it. There are even videos on the internet that show how to do so. However, the interlock devices used in Massachusetts employ sophisticated anti-tampering mechanisms which will resist or record tampering or circumvention attempts. If the Mass. RMV discovers that user tired to bypass the ignition interlock device, the interlock user will definitely be called in for a registry hearing and he or she may be charged criminally. Please do not let this happen to you.
