Virginia Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) Compliance

Virginia’s Intelligent Speed Assistance Program is the nation’s first court ordered program using Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) technology to address dangerous speeding. 

Intelligent Speed Assistance is an after-market vehicle technology that helps prevent excessive speeding. LifeSafer's active ISA device uses GPS, digital speed limit mapping, and vehicle speed data to prevent a vehicle from exceeding the posted speed limit.

Research has shown that traditional penalties alone do not always change dangerous driving behavior, and many drivers continue driving after their licenses are suspended. ISAP provides an additional intervention focused on preventing speeding, encouraging long-term behavior change, and improving public safety.

Real-world implementations have already demonstrated measurable impact. Pilot programs using ISA technology have shown meaningful reductions in dangerous speeding behavior, including a fleet program in Washington, D.C. that reported a 91% reduction in speeding.

July 1, 2026

The program is administered by the Commission on Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP).

• Virginia law requires participation for certain reckless driving offenders, including individuals convicted of repeat and excessive speeding. 
• The Virginia DMV may also order enrollment in certain circumstances involving excessive demerit points. 

Virginia law allows for court discretion, but typical best practice recommendation for ISAP length is minimum one year. 

Participants must enroll with the Commission on VASAP, complete required paperwork and fees, and install an approved ISA device on every vehicle owned, registered to, or operated by the participant through a commission-approved service provider. 

• Offenders must enroll within 10 days of the court or DMV order. Offenders must install the device within 15 days of the court or DMV order. Offenders must report every 60 days for device inspection and servicing. 

No. Participants are prohibited from operating vehicles that are not equipped with a functioning, certified ISA device. 

Tampering with, bypassing, or attempting to circumvent an ISA system is punishable as a Class 1 misdemeanor under the legislation. 

Participants are generally responsible for program costs, installation, and monitoring fees. However, the legislation establishes a fund to assist indigent participants who qualify for financial assistance.  

The interim guidance establishes specific fees, including: 

• $100 installation  
• $130 monthly leasing/maintenance  
• $50 monthly Commission monitoring  

In some situations, ISA devices may be transferred to another vehicle, but transfers must be completed by an authorized provider. Contact LifeSafer for assistance with vehicle changes. 

Contact us to find a convenient installation location and schedule your appointment. 

For more information about ISA compliance, visit our ISA Compliance FAQs page.