Ignition Interlock Device (IID) in Hawaii

Hawaii uses the term "DUI" for impaired driving offenses. IID requirement: required for all dui offenses. First offense scope: 12 months. Confirm your actual notice and license status.

Last updated: 2026-09-07

Required for all DUI offenses

Quick Answer

Hawaii requires IID for all DUI convictions, including first offenses. Hawaii's IID law has been in effect since 2010.

IID Duration by Offense

Offense	IID Duration
1st Offense	12 months
2nd Offense	18 months
3rd Offense	24 months
4th+ Offense	36 months

BAC threshold: Any DUI conviction (no BAC threshold — all offenders)

Confirm the device, provider and written quote

Check the responsible authority’s current approval information for the particular device and installer. Request the billing unit, included services, actual paid visit schedule, taxes, fees and removal terms in writing. Confirm financial assistance separately.

Add your own quoted charges in the IID worksheet. Unknown charges stay unknown; no local price or appointment count is assumed.

Restricted License with IID

Available

Hawaii issues an IID-conditional license that allows driving with the device installed.

Tampering / Circumvention Penalties

Tampering with an IID in Hawaii carries additional fines and extension of the IID period. The court may also impose additional jail time.

Early Removal

Hawaii does not allow early removal of IID.

Hawaii-Specific Notes

Hawaii's island geography means limited IID service center options. Plan ahead for installation and calibration appointments. Costs tend to be slightly higher than the mainland due to shipping and service availability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is an IID required for a first DUI in Hawaii?

Yes. Hawaii requires IID for all DUI convictions, including first offenses, for a minimum of 12 months.

How much does an IID cost in Hawaii?

Get a written quote for your vehicle and program. Confirm the billing period, included service, separately paid visits, taxes, state/program fees and removal charges. Verify any financial assistance before assuming a discount. A generic state price range is not your quote.

Are there IID service centers on all islands?

Most IID providers have service locations on Oahu and Maui. Neighbor islands may have limited availability. Contact your provider before choosing to confirm service center locations.

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Disclaimer: This is informational only, not legal advice. IID requirements, costs, and approved providers change frequently. Verify current requirements with the Hawaii DMV, your IID provider, or a qualified DUI attorney in Hawaii.

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NHTSA: interlock device and program background. This national reference does not verify every state rule above. Confirm the applicable law and current instructions with the authority named on your order or licensing notice.