Don't Drink and Drive  

If you are impaired by alcohol or drugs - Do not get behind the wheel of a car, a boat or any other motorized vehicle.  You could be in a life altering accident.  You could be stopped, arrested and charged with a crime.  Everyone knows this.  No one thinks it will happen to them - until it does.  Then what?

Maybe you screwed up, maybe you didn't.  Maybe you've been overcharged.  Maybe your rights were violated.  But if you've been charged, and if you are headed to court - you have a lot to lose.   A DUI conviction in New Hampshire can have significant, long-term consequences.  An experienced criminal defense attorney can explain the immediate and the collateral consequences to you.  And you may get a better outcome with the assistance of a New Hampshire DUI attorney than you would if you try to go it alone.

Attorney Tom Reid has handled all levels of DUI and motor vehicle offenses, including Aggravated DUI with Personal Injury, Felony Reckless Conduct with a Deadly Weapon, Negligent Homicide, and Manslaughter.  He knows what the prosecutors must do to prove the case, when prosecutors are overreaching or overcharge, and what types of mistakes law enforcement might make.  Attorney Reid knows what types of sentences the Judges in New Hampshire impose for these types of offenses.  Attorney Tom Reid will use his experience to work to get the best possible result for your case.

Other Motor Vehicle Offenses

New Hampshire isn't known for having a public transportation system.  You need your license to get around, and maybe even to keep your job.  If you can't afford to lose your license, then you need to take any motor vehicle infraction seriously.   

There is no such thing as simple “traffic court” in New Hampshire.  Motor vehicle matters are handled in the local District Courts.  While many of the motor vehicle offenses are non-criminal violations, convictions for those offenses might lead to you being certified as an habitual offender.  You should consult with a lawyer to find out what the consequences might be to a particular motor vehicle offense, and if you have a basis to fight the charge.
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Helping Good People in
Bad Situations
New Hampshire Law lists certain motor vehicle offenses that can lead to a person being certified as an Habitual Offender.  If certified as an habitual offender, your license will be revoked for 1 to 4 years.  If an Habitual Offender drives - the penalty is mandatory jail, regardless of whether any other law, or rule of the road is broken.
NH RSA 259:39 list the qualifying convictions that can lead to certification as an Habitual Offender.
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Pick-up vs. Semi
New Hampshire Law considers Driving a PRIVILEGE - not a RIGHT.  As the operator of a motor vehicle, you are responsible for the safety of your passengers and others on the road.  Under New Hampshire Law, a motor vehicle can qualify as a Deadly Weapon.

Be Responsible.  Drive Safely.

Too much is at stake.