Yes. If firefighter provided a statement and police got an arrest warrant. State would need to prove who driver of vehicle was. As always it is best to not answer any questions or provide any information. Contact a defense lawyer.
When officer explained why he pulled us over , he said it was because the vehicle was registered to someone with a suspended license .
Yes random plate checks are permitted In NH. If gender of driver matches police will have right to stop vehicle.
It sounds like this hearing would be an arraignment. You should contact a qualified lawyer that focuses on DWI defense near the location of the town that charged you. I would suggest that you look for a member of DUIDLA or NCDD.
I have attached link to FAQ about court on my website:... Read more »
with no future date. Can he get his licence back until he is proven guilty in court. New hampshire
There are lots of variables. If the loss of license was from the DMV for a refusal he can pay a reinstatement fee after 6 months. I would encourage contacting a qualified DWI attorney.
You have been charged in the alternative. You can only be sentenced on one offense. It is common for the state to charge both an aggravated and a DWI 1st in many scenarios: a test over .16, eluding police, high speed etc. If state fails to prove the aggravating circumstance then court can... Read more »
My nephew and his wife were going to lease my house but because of a disagreement with the pet section of the lease, he, his wife and his father came to my house on June 22. When I told them that the pet section was clearly written, they began to swear and yell at me. As this melee escalated, I... Read more »
I am not sure I heard a question. It seems more like a statement. It also appears as though you are concerned about your safety and if you think a crime has occurred you may want to report it to the police.
When I was 15 i vandalized someones car.i was supposed to pay off 1400$ and do prohibition. I finished my probation successfully and moved to virginia when i turned 18 i owe 285$ left on my probation can they transfer it to adult court because they are telling me i have a bench warrent now.
It depends. If you finished probation successfully and the case was closed it doesn't seem like there is anything that can be done. If it was left as a collections case only, they may be able to issue a warrant. I would suggest contacting the court and find out if there is a warrant and if... Read more »
i live in new hampshire, and i own my property, i think the DEA illegal obtain a search warrant, based on video and audio from an informant that was illegal obtain,
NH law has a wiretapping statute that requires consent to record. There are exceptions including one party intercept permission to law enforcement granted by the AG office.
You should contact a lawyer to discuss the particulars of your case. Search and seizure law is constantly evolving... Read more »
and an interlock device all in their name but had not yet been to the dmv to take his license test/ get his license back?
I have represented people charged with violation of the IID law, operating without a license and after suspension. The facts of each case are unique, but it is better to speak with a person than to try to give advise generically. My office number is 603-788-2080. I handle cases in Northern NH.
Controlled drug act.
My friend got charged with this while incarcerated, I'm not exactly sure what this means, if he was in possession of drugs, or if someone gave him drugs or what exactly happened & I can not ask him because he is in the hole. Thank you for any help!
The Controlled Drug Act is where you will find all drug offenses in the NH criminal code RSA 318-B: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/rsa/html/NHTOC/NHTOC-XXX-318-B.htm
If your friend was in custody then it seems likely that he was found in possession or trying to get a controlled substance... Read more »
Because my friend bought a new car and he has an intoxilock in his other vehicle
It is a crime to operative any vehicle not equipped with the IID if so ordered.
265-A:37 Alcohol Ignition Interlock Circumvention. –
I. Any person required by the court or by the commissioner of safety after a hearing pursuant to RSA 265-A:36-a to install an ignition interlock... Read more »
they have video of the theft
Class B misdemeanor SOL is 1 year, there are some exceptions see RSA 625:8 below:
625:8 Limitations. –
I. Except as otherwise provided in this section, prosecutions are subject to the following periods of limitations:
(a) For a class A felony, 6 years;
(b) For a... Read more »
A person who is serving time for not paying restitution will get no credit toward the amount owed. The only credit that would be provided is for a fine or penalty assessment owed to the state. Restitution is provided directly to a victim of a crime. Restitution is provided by RSA 651:63.... Read more »
Female found unresponsive and resuscitated from days of extreme carbon monoxide poisoning, male counterpart deceased, medical records indicate mental conditions as a result, not including the effects of her loss.
**female, not long after, arrested, charged and jailed for wreckless driving,... Read more »
This is a very case specific matter. It is vital that she have an attorney who knows all the facts and background to help. This is not something I would try to provide an answer or even any ideas about online. Contact a defense attoreny near where she has court who is licensed in both MA and NH.... Read more »
Yes, a person can be charged with a DUI as long a police officer believes there is impairment from alcohol or drugs. This is a very subjective decision to charge a person. If you are charged with a DUI you should contact a lawyer that focuses their practice on defending them. I would encourage... Read more »
A conviction for felonious sexual assault may not be annulled, per RSA 651:5.
If you are looking to amend your status from a Tier II or lifetime offender and were convicted prior to the establishment of the sex offender registry then RSA 651-B:6 would control.
The steps to follow... Read more »
she is pregnant
It depends. RSA 632-A:3 says it is a crime to “Engage in sexual penetration with a person, other than his legal spouse, who is 13 years of age or older and under 16 years of age where the age difference between the actor and the other person is 4 years or more”
Your friends dob and the... Read more »
It led to driving on suspended.
Yes, police in NH can demand license and registration. The issue may be was there another person who could have been the driver.
See RSA265:4 Disobeying an Officer. –
I. No person, while driving or in charge of a vehicle, shall:
(a) Refuse, when requested by a law... Read more »
He asked for the breathalyzer an hour after arrest at precinct.Then wrote in report methadone,prescribed.Resulted from break down on the highway.Literally 2 secs after refused breathalyzer i agreed to it.The Sargent said it had been too long since the arrest.If thats the case why adminester one an... Read more »
There is a case in NH that permits a chemical test to be admitted 2 hours after driving. The circumstances of request to test are important and make a difference. If advised of ALS rights, then the issue becomes was the rescission reasonable.
My fiance was charged and arrested for Reckless Conduct-Deadly Weapon, his motorcycle. He missed the hearing on June 6th and when he was arrested for the non appearance, they set bail conditions and supervision check ins but never issued another date to answer to the claims and allegations of... Read more »
The Court and the NH DMVar e completely separate entities. NH DMV has statutory authorities and administative rules that control. The hearing at the DMV does not require nor depend on a criminal case.
It also seems like the court cleared the default and a new date will be set.... Read more »
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