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New Hampshire DUI Laws<\/h1>\n
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Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs is one of the most common offenses charged by law enforcement. It’s also a public health issue. Drunk driving accidents kill 37 people every day<\/a> in the United States.<\/p>\r\n

A conviction of driving while under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances (DUI) in New Hampshire carries serious penalties. You will lose your driver’s license for some time, may spend time in jail, and will pay huge fines. While drugged or drunk driving is never a good idea, mistakes happen. Here is some information to assist you should you face a DUI in New Hampshire.<\/p>\r\n

This chart lays out the basics of New Hampshire’s DUI laws:<\/p>\r\n\r\n

Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Limits and Implied Consent<\/p>\r\n<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>

"Per Se" BAC Limit<\/a><\/td>\r\n0.08%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Zero Tolerance (Underage) BAC Limit<\/a><\/td>\r\n0.02%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Enhanced Penalty (Aggravated) BAC Limit<\/a><\/td>\r\n0.16%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Implied Consent<\/a> to Submit to BAC Test?<\/td>\r\nYes<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
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Select Penalties<\/p>\r\n<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>

Minimum License Suspension or Revocation<\/a> (1st, 2nd, 3rd offense)<\/td>\r\n9 months\/ 3 years \/ Indefinite<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Mandatory Alcohol Education, Assessment and Treatment<\/a><\/td>\r\nYes<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Vehicle Confiscation<\/a> Possible?<\/td>\r\nNo<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Ignition Interlock Device<\/a> Possible?<\/td>\r\nYes, mandatory after 2nd offense<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n

Note: <\/b>State laws are subject to change through the passage of new legislation, rulings in the higher courts (including federal decisions), ballot initiatives, and other means. While we strive to provide the most current information available, please consult an attorney or conduct your own legal research to verify the state laws you are researching.<\/i><\/p>\r\n

New Hampshire DWI Laws<\/h2>\r\n

In New Hampshire, impaired driving is called a DWI or driving while intoxicated offense<\/a>. Sometimes, it’s called a DUI, driving under the influence<\/a>. Both terms are interchangeable and refer to the same offense in New Hampshire.<\/p>\r\n

New Hampshire law prohibits driving or attempting to drive a vehicle or an off-highway recreational vehicle (OHRV) while intoxicated by:<\/p>\r\n