MADD’s Call to Action
Since 2006, MADD helped with the passage of hundreds of laws to improve state ignition interlock laws. However, there is still a lot of work to do. States must close loopholes in ignition interlock laws to maximize the lifesaving benefits of this technology. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drunk driving deaths increased 17% from 2019 to 2024. States can take action now to ensure every convicted drunk driver uses this device. MADD calls on state lawmakers to ensure anyone convicted of a drunk driving offense must install an ignition interlock for at least six months before ever obtaining an unrestricted driver’s license. All states must remain vigilant to close any loopholes that allow convicted drunk drivers to avoid an interlock.
Drunk driving deaths increased 17% from 2019 to 2024.
MADD, advocates, and partners push for ignition interlock legislation in New York.
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