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  • Glossary item | Last updated: 03 Feb 2021

Ignition inter-lock (alcohol inter-lock; alcolock)

Alcohol interlocks are automatic control systems designed to prevent driving with excess alcohol by requiring the driver to blow into an in-car breath analyser before starting the ignition. The alcohol interlock can be set at different levels and limits.