Getting pulled over and arrested for drunk driving can be an embarrassing and time-consuming experience. You could spend a night in jail, and the authorities might suspend your license. Your troubles do not stop there. A DUI record can have significant financial...
Drunk Driving Defense
Why should you avoid social media when dealing with a DUI charge?
A DUI charge can be a daunting experience. You may feel the need to share your thoughts or seek support online, but this could potentially harm your case. Social media platforms have become an integral part of daily life, making it easy to overlook their potential...
How change in the law could protect some adults from DWI charges
Some people get arrested for impaired driving in New Hampshire during a one-on-one traffic stop. Other people must submit to testing after their involvement in a crash. Typically, those who face driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges in New Hampshire are out on the...
What does a standardized field sobriety test involve?
Procedures and protocols are vital for law enforcement officers, especially when apprehending drivers on the road who may be driving under the influence (DUI). This violation is often a grave issue, considering how it can become a significant factor in severe and...
Elements of a drunk driving traffic stop
Being stopped for suspected drunk driving can be a stressful experience. If you’re stopped, law enforcement officers are required to follow specific procedures to determine whether you’re impaired. These approaches typically include observation, field sobriety tests...
From Misdemeanor to Felony: Understanding DWI Laws in New Hampshire
Driving under the influence (DUI), also known as driving while intoxicated (DWI), is a serious offense with potentially life-changing consequences. Like most states, New Hampshire takes a harsh stance against drunk driving. While a first-time DWI is typically a...
DWI: Stricter rules for commercial drivers
It’s tough work being a commercial driver. Whether hauling hazardous materials down the highway or carrying large and unusually shaped loads, it’s never as easy as driving a regular passenger vehicle. Being a commercial driver takes a certain level of professionalism...
Tampering with ignition interlock device and its consequences
Being charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) in New Hampshire is stressful and comes with certain obligations. One of these obligations might include a court order to use an ignition interlock device. It's crucial to comply with this order. Just as important,...
When can police officers require a breath test from a driver?
One of the reasons why police officers stop motorists is a suspicion of chemical impairment. It is also one of the scenarios in which a traffic stop might lead to an arrest rather than just a traffic citation. If a police officer believes that someone may have had too...
Inhalant-induced DWIs: Are they different from regular DWIs?
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) due to any substance that can impair your ability to operate a vehicle safely is illegal in New Hampshire. While this usually means alcohol and drugs, state law also prohibits the use of intoxicating inhalants. New Hampshire’s laws...

