An individual convicted of a DWI in New Hampshire faces a range of potential consequences, from thousand-dollar fines to lengthy jail sentences. However, while the terms of each penalty vary depending on the specifics of the offense, New Hampshire law requires that every person convicted of an impaired driving offense participate in a state-sanctioned Impaired […]
Category Archives: DUI/DWI
Getting pulled over on suspicion of DUI is a heart-chilling experience. But if you don’t keep your wits, you could land in more trouble than anticipated. Even if you feel you were unfairly targeted or haven’t had a drop of alcohol, engaging in any of the following actions will complicate your situation and make your defense more […]
Seniors are at particular risk of being arrested for DWI. Aging brings many changes to the body and mind that can amplify the effects of even a single glass of alcohol, leading you to drive impaired inadvertently. An arrest, while devastating for anyone, holds particular concerns for seniors. Here are some of the issues you […]
After a DWI arrest, your mind is likely spinning, thinking of all of the damaging consequences that could arise from it. If you’re currently in a child custody dispute, the worry of losing custody of your kids may be at the top of the list. While a DWI arrest is certainly not to your advantage […]
Not all DUI charges are equal. In New Hampshire, an aggravated DUI charge may be brought if you are driving under the influence, and certain aggravating factors have also occurred. The factors are those that create a heightened danger to yourself or other people that goes beyond driving under the influence. Aggravated DUI is a gravely serious […]
College is an exciting period in life, but also full of pressure and challenges. It’s not uncommon for some college students to blow off stress by smoking or ingesting marijuana. However, if you smoke pot or ingest an edible before getting behind the wheel of a car, you’re in serious danger of getting arrested for DWI. […]
“Buzzed” is a light-hearted term many people use to indicate that they’re feeling mild, pleasant effects of drinking alcohol. Most people associate it with the very early stages of intoxication, but not drunkenness. In the eyes of the law, however, buzzed driving is the same as drunk driving. If you get behind the wheel while […]
Being arrested for DWI is a frightening, life-shaking event that may trigger depression or bouts of anxiety. You might have sleepless nights and distracted days where you obsess over the arrest and its potential personal and professional consequences. You may also become burdened by negative emotions such as guilt, shame, or self-hatred and become isolated from […]
If you’ve been arrested for DWI, you’re probably worried about talking to your boss and coworkers about the arrest. You may wonder–do you really have to tell them? And if so, what’s the best way to go about it? Let’s take a look at how to handle this situation. Do You Have to Disclose a DWI […]
When you get into your car and drive, you’re probably not thinking that before you arrive at your destination, a driver may hit you. After you’ve been hit, it would make sense that you’re dealing with shock, confusion, or other strong emotions. You probably aren’t asking yourself if the other driver was under the influence […]