Driving under the influence: Driving under the influence (DUI) Driving while intoxicated (DWI) and operating a motor vehicle under the influence (OUI). These are the common terms used to describe operating a motorized vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. In New Hampshire, driving while intoxicated is considered a misdemeanor and is subject to the state’s laws regarding driving while drunk.

DWI/DUI diversion rehabs in New Hampshire are very familiar with the court-mandated treatment requirements that the courts have imposed for their Court-ordered alcohol rehab centers. Some court-ordered DUI deferment programs will include alcohol evaluations and at the very least, alcohol and drug classes for first-time offenders. This can cost anywhere from $1000-2500 dollars with the fines, not including lawyer fees and bail. If this is your second offense, getting involved in a treatment program for alcohol abuse will not only help your ongoing DWI-DUI case but benefit you as well. You should always enter into an alcohol treatment program knowing that there is a need for a change before something worse happens. Driving and Drinking can cost you your life or even worse someone else life.

Treatment programs in New Hampshire for criminal justice clients will work with the court system to handle all the requirements for treatment to be considered time served. Once all the financial consequences are paid by the defendant and community service is completed if any New Hampshire district courts may terminate the probation period. Driving under the influence can damage many people’s lives other than yourself. Getting treatment for your alcohol dependency can help you understand that the risks of drinking and driving heavily outweigh the rewards. Sometimes, all it takes is to talk to someone who has had the burden of having someone die due to their alcohol consumption and driving under the influence. Our counselors are ready to take your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Alcohol DUI and DWI deferment programs, instead of jail time for the first DWI offense

For a first-offense conviction of DWI the fine of $500 to $1200; 9-month to 24-month license revocation; 6 months of license revocation may be suspended if the driver enters into the first offender impaired driver intervention program (IDIP) within 45 days of conviction.

The laws for DWI offenses are different in each state, and they allow for deferment programs in lieu of jail time. Some states, depending on the circumstances, will mandate treatment and community service. Some of these mandates can be handled while in treatment for alcohol abuse. New Hampshire has a deferment program for first-time DWI offenders as long as there are no injuries, accidents, or drugs involved. If you have been arrested for your second DWI/DUI in New Hampshire, it is highly recommended that you give us a call to find out your options for a deferment program instead of jail time. This will help with the possible consequences that the courts may impose on you. Drinking and driving can have serious outcomes including vehicular homicide, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and other very serious charges. When a minor is involved, there are more serious outcomes that the courts in New Hampshire can impose on the offender. If there has been an accident or death due to drinking and driving there will be significant jail time imposed as well as the knowledge that your indulgence cost someone their life.

Drinking and Driving Penalties in New Hampshire

First Offense: With your 1st DWI/DUI conviction in New Hampshire, the courts can impose suspended driving privileges for 9 months up to 2 years, and fines of at least $500. The judge can also order that the offender successfully completes the impaired driver intervention program in New Hampshire. The courts can also order inpatient treatment and random testing for substance abuse.

Second Offense: 2nd drinking and driving conviction and the judge can impose up to one-year incarceration, followed by a 7-day stint at a state-operated ‘Repeat DWI Offender” intervention center. Second-time DUI offenders are required to pay fines of no less than $750, and a 3-year suspended license. The courts can also order inpatient treatment and random testing for substance abuse.

Third Offense: 3rd time drinking and driving conviction in New Hampshire and you will spend 180 days in a state correctional facility followed by intensive 28 days of inpatient treatment for alcohol abuse. 3rd drinking and driving conviction and your driving privileges can be revoked permanently but eligible for reinstatement after 5 years. Fines are at the discretion of the presiding judge.

New Hampshire has specific drinking and driving laws and penalties for people who have been convicted of a DUI/DWI. There are minimum and maximum fines and penalties that are at the discretion of the judge and prosecuting attorney depending on many different factors and circumstances surrounding the case.

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Please contact us by phone for immediate assistance. This is a necessary step in beginning the recovery process for yourself or for a loved one. Our addiction treatment specialists and staff have over 25 years of experience in helping people find effective and affordable treatment for all addictions. What you tell us is completely confidential. We are HIPAA compliant. We are here to answer your questions and to get you (or a loved one) into treatment today. For immediate intake, call us now.

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We can help you locate treatment for addiction in your area or anywhere in the country. To locate AA meetings, group meetings, 12-step programs, inpatient treatment, or outpatient services in your town give us a call. There are many options for drug rehab services in many cities in New Hampshire.

Concord, New Hampshire Alcohol Rehabs
Derry, NH Alcohol Addiction Treatment
Dover, New Hampshire Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation
Hudson, NH Substance Abuse and Alcohol  Treatment
Manchester, New Hampshire 30/90-Day Treatment Centers
Nashua, NH Inpatient Alcohol Rehab Programs
Rochester, New Hampshire Treatment Centers for Addiction
Salem, New Hampshire Alcohol Rehab Centers and Detox

Treatment for alcoholism in place of jail time in New Hampshire is a very common outcome for those seeking help to end their addictions. If you have an open DWI case in New Hampshire, call us and we can help you locate a deferment program in your county that works with DUI and DWI offenders. We can help you find the best rehab center for alcohol misuse today. Addiction No More ® is an Addiction Treatment Center locator service. For immediate service, please call one of our counselors 24/7.

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Erik Epp – Content Author