FAQs
Soberlink's comprehensive system offers an innovative solution for alcohol monitoring, combining technology and convenience to support individuals in their journey toward accountability and trust rebuilding.
- Discreet and Portable Breathalyzer: Soberlink's cutting-edge breathalyzer is designed for convenience and discretion, enabling users to prove their sobriety anytime, anywhere.
- Instant Notification System: BAC readings are immediately transmitted to designated parties through text or email, facilitating open communication and restoring trust.
- Intuitive Software: User-friendly software ensures a seamless experience for users and monitors, streamlining the process of alcohol level management.
- Facial Recognition Technology: With advanced facial recognition, Soberlink automatically verifies the identity of the person being tested, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
- Tamper Detection Sensors: Equipped with sophisticated sensors, the system effectively detects any tampering attempts, maintaining the integrity of the testing process.
Does Soberlink detect substances other than alcohol?
No. Currently, Soberlink only detects the presence of alcohol.
What are Soberlink's advantages for Family Law?
Soberlink is the #1 Alcohol Monitoring Solution for Family Law. Some of the Soberlink advantages are listed below.
- Court Admissible: Soberlink results are court admissible and used in all 50 states and Canada since 2011.
- FDA Cleared Medical Device Made in the US: Ensures professional accuracy and device reliability.
- Program Options: Two family law program options designed for complete abstinence (Level 2 – Daily Testing) or for only on visitation days (Level 1 – Parenting Time Only)
- Advanced Reporting: Easy to read and intuitive reporting to submit to Family Law courts.
- Automated Facial Recognition: Soberlink is the only system used in Family Law that has real-time facial recognition. Parents can choose to know in real-time if the Monitored Client has someone else submit tests for them.
- Tamper Detection: Soberlink has several technologies to flag when someone is trying to tamper with the Device. This ensures the integrity of the test results and provides peace of mind.
- Device Options: Soberlink is on its 6th generation of Device options, offering both the all-in-one Cellular 2 Device or the Connect Device that uses Bluetooth and is compatible with iPhone and Android phones/tablets.
- Soberlink In-House Services:
- In-house Compliance Department to help evaluate events
- In-house Family Law Customer Support Team
- Family Law Agreements to ensure both parents understand and agree to the terms before testing begins
- Authenticated Records: Notarized business records affidavits
- Testimony Upon Request: Remote or in-person testimony
What are Soberlink’s advantages for Addiction Recovery?
Since 2011, Soberlink has been the most trusted Alcohol Monitoring Solution for Addiction Treatment Providers to refer to clients with an Alcohol Use Disorder. Some of the reasons why Soberlink is the most trusted for Addiction Treatment are listed below.
- FDA Cleared Medical Device made in the US: Ensures professional accuracy and device reliability.
- Trusted by the Addiction Treatment community: Thousands of Treatment Providers have used Soberlink to aid their clients in early recovery. Soberlink works closely with the Addiction Treatment community to ensure best practices.
- Advanced Reporting: Easy to read and intuitive reporting documenting test history.
- Automated Facial Recognition: Soberlink is the only system used in Addiction Treatment that has built-in facial recognition. This feature not only saves time and increases convenience but also protects the privacy of the client.
- Tamper Detection: Soberlink has several technologies to flag when someone is trying to tamper with the Device. This feature ensures the integrity of the test results.
- Device Options: Soberlink is on its 6th generation of Device options, offering both the all-in-one Cellular 2 Device or the Connect Device that uses Bluetooth and is compatible with iPhone or Android.
- Peer Reviewed: Soberlink has been published in the Journal of Addiction Medicine written by Addiction experts on best practices and has several other studies underway.
- Program options: Soberlink can be used with a trained Certified Provider, or clients can sign up directly with our client-direct program called Share.
- Soberlink In-House Services:
- Ongoing training for Treatment Providers with a dedicated Business Development Rep
- In-house compliance department to help evaluate events
- Highly trained Customer Service team ready to help
How accurate are test results?
The Soberlink Device contains a professional-grade fuel-cell sensor with a detection range of 0.000% – 0.400% BAC and accuracy level of +/- .005 BAC. The fuel cell that Soberlink uses is globally trusted and used for high-end workplace and law enforcement breath alcohol instruments. If you would like to learn more about the fuel-cell technology Soberlink uses, you can visit our fuel cell manufacturer’s website at dart-sensors.com
Has Soberlink been challenged in court?
Yes. Soberlink has successfully testified, defended, and validated the accuracy and reliability of the Device in court hearings.