When the officer who stopped you asked for a Breathalyzer test, you were insulted. You already told them that you hadn’t been drinking, but they insisted that you take the test to prove it. Out of pure frustration, you rejected their request. They ended up arresting...
How do you know what your BAC is when out for the night?
Many factors outside of your control can increase your risk of getting charged with an impaired driving offense. For example, you might receive service from a bartender who offers up heavy pours with more liquor than normal in drinks in the hope of securing better...
What can you do if you encounter a sobriety checkpoint?
There are certain situations that are important to understand before you find yourself in them because fear and tension impact your decision-making in the moment. Knowing your rights before you interact with law enforcement officers in a stressful scenario like a...
Don’t try “sleeping it off” in your car in New Hampshire
When you headed out for the evening, you had no intention of getting drunk. A few hours later, you realize that you’d had one (or two or three) drinks too many to be sober. Since your car is sitting in the lot, you aren’t sure what you should do. Whatever you decide,...
What are possible defense options for a drunk driving charge?
Getting pulled over by the police is a hassle in the best of circumstances, but it can sometimes lead to drunk driving charges if officers suspect you are under the influence of alcohol at the wheel. Once an officer decides that they think you are drunk, it's likely...
Drinking and driving penalties for offenders in New Hampshire
Like all 50 states in the U.S., New Hampshire law prohibits people from operating a motor vehicle while under the influence (DUI) of drugs or alcohol. These laws administer harsh punishments to offenders in the hopes of deterring this dangerous activity and save...
Going to sleep may not prevent a DUI
Imagine that you went to a friend’s house for a social gathering. You had a bit too much to drink. You understood the risks, though, and decided not to drive. You fell asleep on their couch, woke up in the morning, and only then decided to head home. On the way, the...
Interlock violations may add to your troubles
Following a conviction for drunk driving, you must deal with a number of serious consequences, including jail or probation, fines, and court costs. You will also have to face the complicated administrative penalties, including the suspension of your driver’s license....
What happens after a DUI arrest?
Some New Hampshire who are charged with DUIs have limited or no experience with the criminal justice system. Knowing what happens after motoris are arrested because of a suspicion that they were drinking and driving can help people understand what they might expect....
What makes a DUI a felony?
In most states, a first-offense drunk driving charge is usually a misdemeanor. A misdemeanor is a lesser crime than a felony and typically carries a much shorter jail term, if any at all. Therefore, if police arrest you for drunk driving and you have no previous...
