New Hampshire Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

• Q: How Drunk Or High Does Someone Have To Be Before He Can Be Convicted Of Driving Under The Influence?
  A: In most states, it's illegal to drive a car while "impaired" by the effects of alcohol or drugs (including prescription drugs). This means that there must be enough … More
• Q: How Can The Police Find Out Whether A Driver Is Under The Influence?
  A: Police typically use three methods of determining whether a driver has had too much to be driving: Observation. A police officer will pull you over if he notices that … More
• Q: Do I Have To Take A Blood, Breath Or Urine Test If Asked To Do So By The Police?
  A: No, but it may be in your best interests to take the test. Many states will automatically suspend your license for a year if you refuse to take a chemical test. And if … More
• Q: Is Driving Over The Speed Limit A Crime?
  A: Traffic violations can be felonies, misdemeanors, or infractions. Felonies and misdemeanors are crimes, but infractions are usually not thought to be part of the … More
• Q: What Are The Speed Limits In New Hampshire?
  A: Unless Otherwise Posted Absolute The 65 mph speed limit Prima Facie All the lower limits Interstate 65 mph Ltd Access Rds 55 mph Other Primary Rds 55 mph Residential … More
• Q: How Are Speed Limits Enforced?
  A: Enforced through use of: Pacing Yes Radar Yes Vascar No Photo Radar No Aircraft Yes Laser Yes More
• Q: How Can Tickets Be Paid?
  A: Tickets can be paid by mail or in person.
• Q: Is Trial By Declaration Allowed?
  A: No
• Q: When Is A Jury Trial Allowed?
  A: Speeding No Parking No Equipment No DWI *Yes *On appeal More
• Q: What Is A Member Nonresident Compact?
  A: Nonresident motorist receiving a ticket in a member state will receive the same treatment as resident motorists. If your state or the state you receive a ticket in is … More