New Hampshire DUI Laws, Penalties, and License SuspensionNew Hampshire drunk driving laws have become more and more complicated and the penalties are more harsh that ever. The amount of alcohol a person can consume is becoming less and the effort to crack down on DUI's is rising. Most people arrested for drunk driving  have never been in trouble with the law before, this will be the first time they were handcuffed, put into the back of a police car, and tried by the state in court.
The DMV and court process is confusing and there is no room for even the slightest error. Knowing the laws, penalties, fees and process is extremely important. The biggest mistake you can make is assuming that you don't need to speak to a lawyer. DUIs are very complex and a lot is at stake. If you plead guilty to a DUI, your guilty. No reducing, no plea bargaining, just guilty. Give your case a change, talk to a lawyer. You can schedule a free, no obligation consultation with an attorney today by calling (877) 678-5640.
New Hampshire Laws
The following driving actions are illegal in the State of New Hampshire:
- All drivers with a BAC of .08 or higher.
- Under 21 with a BAC of .02 or higher.
- Commercial Vehicle Driver with a BAC of .04 or higher.
New Hampshire Penalties
First Drunk Driving Conviction
The first time you receive a drunk driving conviction in New Hampshire you will receive a fine up to $500. You will also have your license suspended for a period of 9 months up to 2 years. To get your drivers license back after the suspension you will need to attend and complete an impaired driver intervention program at your own expense. The court may also order a drug and or alcohol treatment program and may require the convicted driver to submit random urinalysis or other tests that the court deems appropriate.
Second Drunk Driving Conviction
If you are arrested a second time for drunk driving in New Hampshire you will face a mandatory minimum jail sentence of 10 days. You will also be fined up to $750 and your drivers license will be revoked for not less than 3 years. To get your drivers license back after the suspension you will need to attend and complete a 7 day multiple DWI offender intervention detention center program at your own expense. The court may also order a drug and or alcohol treatment program and may require the convicted driver to submit random urinalysis or other tests that the court deems appropriate.
Third Drunk Driving Conviction
If you are convicted of a 3rd DWI in New Hampshire your drivers license will be suspended indefinitely and will not be restored for a minimum of 5 years. You will also be sentenced to a minimum of 180 days in the county correctional facility followed by a 28 day residential treatment program paid for at the convicted drivers expense. The court may also order a drug and or alcohol treatment program and may require the convicted driver to submit random urinalysis or other tests that the court deems appropriate.
New Hampshire Drivers License Issues
The implied consent law in New Hampshire means that a driver in the State of New Hampshire has given their consent to submit a chemical test of their blood, breath or urine if an officer of the law has reasonable cause to believe that the driver is under the influence of alcohol, drugs or both. Refusal to submit to such a test will result in a suspension of your drivers license for a period of 180 days. If you have refused a prior test within 7 years of the current request your drivers license will be suspended for a period of 2 years. Like most states New Hampshire treats a refusal to submit to a DUI test with equal or greater penalties and fines as a conviction for drunk driving.
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has some very strenuous drunk driving laws. A DUI can cost you your drivers license, it caries heavy fines and penalties, and can even put you in jail. Follow the link to find out more information:
