The “Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus” (HGN) test is one of the three standardized NH field sobriety tests that a police officer might give to a driver if the officer suspects the driver is driving under the influence of alcohol. HGN occurs when the eyes jerk involuntarily from left to right when trying to see something that is traveling […]
Like every other U.S. state, New Hampshire law prohibits driving a car, truck, or another motor vehicle if the driver is intoxicated by alcohol. New Hampshire is also one of the states that prohibits both drivers and passengers from transporting an open container of alcohol in a moving motor vehicle. In New Hampshire, neither a […]
Drowning is the second leading cause of death for children, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Even a non-fatal water accident can cause severe brain, spinal cord, or other injuries. Following a few simple pool safety tips can decrease the risk of accidents and injuries and help you and your […]
Stratham and other New Hampshire cities and towns will see increased police patrols this summer, according to the Seacoast Online newsletter. Many of these towns have received grants from the Highway Safety Agency, which will be used to pay overtime for officers conducting extra DWI patrols during the summer months. Drunk driving, also known as driving under […]
Spinal cord injuries can be directly caused by trauma damaging the spinal cord, or they can be caused by secondary damage after the bones of the spinal column are injured by direct trauma, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The human spinal column is made of 31 separate bones, called […]
Not all people who are charged with driving under the influence, or DUI, decide to go to trial. However, since each person charged with any crime in New Hampshire, including drunk driving, has the right to a trial, police officers who arrest drivers on suspicion of DUI must prepare to testify in court in each […]
As the U.S. economy slowly recovers from recession, couples who may have put off seeking a divorce for financial reasons are now finalizing divorce proceedings, according to a recent report from ABC News. During an economic downturn, spouses often find that financial problems keep them together when, in better circumstances, they might choose to separate. A […]
In New Hampshire and many other U.S. states, a police officer who stops a driver on suspicion of drunk driving may ask the driver to take a preliminary breath test using a Breathalyzer or similar device. The breath test measures the driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC). A BAC reading of 0.08 percent often results in […]
When a divorcing couple cannot agree on an important issue, the spouses may believe their only option is to go to court. New Hampshire’s family law courts, however, provide several alternatives that can help spouses solve their disputes without having to appear before a judge. One option that works for many couples is to enlist […]
Being convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) in New Hampshire means facing strict penalties, which can include jail time, rehabilitation, and an ignition interlock system placed in your car. It also means many fines and costs. According to an article from Bankrate.com, a DUI conviction can cost a driver as much as $20,000. The expenses […]