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Apparatus, system, and method for implementing and monitoring breath alcohol testing programs, usually from a fixed point location, such as a home

US8957771B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 31, 2011
Grant dateFeb 17, 2015
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Expiry dateAug 8, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N33/4972
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The invention relates to devices, systems and methods for thwarting attempts to circumvent breath alcohol level testing and monitoring programs. In-home monitoring systems as well as ignition interlock systems are described. Accelerometers and/or compasses are used to detect movement of the device. GPS and image data are collected at the time samples are collected to verify their authenticity. A system is provided for use by a third party service provider to provide reports and notification to monitoring authorities.

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