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I got arrested for a DUI August 5, 2023 and my trial date has now been pushed back for the third time to June 4, 2024
answered on Apr 18, 2024
Yes, you are entitled to a speedy trial. That said, why are you asking questions on this forum---instead, you should discuss this with your lawyer and if you do not have a lawyer at this point in time, then you need to get an attorney to represent you, as well as to protect your right to a speedy... View More 
I got arrested for a DUI August 5, 2023 and my trial date has now been pushed back for the third time to June 4, 2024
answered on Apr 19, 2024
All cases are entitled to a speedy trial but the reality is to win based on a denial there is a difficult almost impossible test.
The Superior Court speedy trial policy is set forth in the Superior Court Rules. The policy incorporates the four-part speedy trial analysis of Barker v.... View More
she has no recollection ,asnd her ex boyfriend allegedly got a call that dcyf is taking kids tomorrow.no one will speak to her.its sunday,happened sat.what can she do?
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answered on Dec 12, 2023
Your wife should take immediate steps in response to the complex situation.
If the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) gets involved, she should cooperate fully, answering questions honestly and maintaining politeness.
It's crucial to gather relevant documents,... View More
answered on Jul 28, 2023
It is likely too late to undo or fix an error after a finding of guilty by a judge in district court. The best time to raise issues is before the trial with motions, or during the trial when the issues can be fixed. If you represented yourself the likelihood of preserving a legal issue for appeal... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2023
The Judge could give the prosecutor more time if he or she asks for it and he or she has a good reason for asking for it.
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answered on Aug 31, 2021
You will need to vacate the default and get put back on the trial list. The prosecutor will normally agree to this. Then we would proceed by getting discovery and analyzing your case. Sometimes older cases raise problems for the state as witnesses (police) may have retired and moved away. At a... View More
the samsara has in vehicle cameras as well as watches seatbelt use,speed,following distance etc.
answered on Aug 23, 2021
If you are required to have an interlock device installed then it must be there or you can be charged with
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... View More
I was arrested 10 years ago in New Hampshire for DUI and possession of marijuana. I was in the middle of moving out-of-state at the time, being a young and dumb 22 year old I left anyway without notifying the court or explaining to them my situation. Subsequently, I had a bench warrant placed out... View More
answered on Apr 26, 2021
You should definitely hire a lawyer. Feel free to call me at (207) 467-3767 for a free consultation.
Was arrested for refusing breathalyzer, after passing field test. While being booked at the station, the officer started to read the miranda rights and I forget why I said, do u want me to read it? I think it's because he was flopping over words and with masks I cant hear him well anyways. He... View More
answered on Nov 22, 2020
This is a commonly asked question. I have answered it in a FAQ on the internet. http://nhcriminallaw.com/frequently-asked-questions/
Here is the law a about Miranda:
What if the police don’t read me my rights?
This is one of the most commonly asked questions.... View More
answered on Sep 2, 2020
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:... View More
with no future date. Can he get his licence back until he is proven guilty in court. New hampshire
answered on Aug 7, 2020
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.
answered on Jul 29, 2020
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... View More
Because my friend bought a new car and he has an intoxilock in his other vehicle
answered on Mar 16, 2020
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... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2019
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... View 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... View More
answered on Aug 4, 2019
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.
I saw a cop turn around and was nervous, he did not have his blues on. I pulled down a side street and parked in a random driveway. He then pulled up put his blues on and arrested me for dui after a field test.. but is trying to charge me for aggravated dui for eluding him, but why would he hand me... View More
answered on Jun 4, 2019
The charges are in the alternative. This means that the state may seek the enhanced penalty that an aggravated DWI carries if they prove the eluding. As a fall back the state can rely on the the DWI 1st offense.
It is important that you talk with a qualified DWI attorney ASAP. You have... View More
I am an 18 year old civilian without a law license.
answered on Feb 17, 2019
Theoretically, the law allows for this. Read RSA 311:1: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/rsa/html/XXX/311/311-1.htm
HOWEVER, I would never recommend this to either the potential litigant or the person thinking about representation this way. It is very likely to end badly for all involved.... View More
answered on Jan 10, 2019
This is a very serious situation, you really should call a criminal defense attorney.
I'm referring to washout period 1st or second offense
answered on Nov 5, 2018
Within ten years it will not be considered a first offense.
Female over 21, with prior DUIs, is stopped again, given a breathalyzer results were a .02, and she also passed the field sobriety, did not consent to blood test (because she passed other 2 tests)- Can officer demand the 3rd test -Blood test- with no other indications of intoxication?
Not... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2018
Looks like you're asking for a friend. So I'm not sure exactly what the facts of the case are. But the police officer has to have probable cost to pull her over. You also suspected that she was probably using an illegal drug. And if you go suspect that he can ask her for a blood test. And... View More
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