You might feel a heavy sense of uncertainty right now that you have a second DWI charge. New Hampshire takes repeat offenses very seriously, and the consequences are structured to be significantly more rigorous than for your first offense. Understanding the legal...
Facing a driving while intoxicated (DWI) stop in New Hampshire can be a frightening experience to go through. However, you must remember that a DWI arrest does not mean that you are already guilty of the crime. By learning about which steps you need to practice after...
When police officers turn on their lights, the driver in the vehicle in front of them likely feels anxious. Even those who don't believe they did anything illegal may start second-guessing themselves. Officers generally need to provide a legal justification for...
Many driving while intoxicated (DWI) cases involve crashes or unsafe driving. Police officers may perform chemical tests on those involved in collisions or might test those who demonstrate poor skill on the road. Occasionally, people get pulled over for unrelated...
Some impaired driving allegations stem from poor control of a vehicle. Someone who swerves all over the road, slows down without reason or otherwise displays diminished ability might get stopped by police and then arrested. Other times, drunk driving allegations arise...
A New Hampshire driving while intoxicated (DWI) conviction can lead to numerous penalties. The courts can incarcerate a defendant who is convicted of such allegations. A judge can sentence a defendant to undergo educational programs. Probation and community service...
Those who have been accused of drunk driving in New Hampshire might face multiple penalties, including jail time and a suspension of their driver's license. A first-time driving while intoxicated (DWI) offense is usually charged as a misdemeanor but could be charged...
If there is anything worse than seeing the flashing lights of a police vehicle behind you in traffic, it is rounding a corner or crusting a hill to spot a bank of police vehicles in front of you. For those who encounter a sobriety checkpoint, also known as drunk...
If you get a DWI, there are many consequences that result. However, one of the main things that people realize is just how expensive a DWI really is. A DWI is more expensive than just the intake or administrative fees. You may have to contend with the loss of a job or...
When you think about driving while intoxicated, or DWI, you probably imagine someone who has had a few too many alcoholic beverage before driving. That’s a common cause of DWIs, but drinking alcohol isn’t the only reason that DWIs can happen. DWIs are also common...
