Penalties: Aggravated DWI in NH (Misdemeanor)

Aggravated DWI (misdemeanor)	Class A Misdemeanor
Jail Sentence	Minimum: 3 days* Maximum: 1 year* *followed by 7 days at the Multiple Offender Program (MOP)
Fine	Minimum: $750.00, plus 24% penalty assessment Maximum: $2000.00, plus 24% penalty assessment Most district courts require fines to be paid in full on the date of trial or sentencing.
Court-ordered loss of license	Minimum: 18 months Maximum: 2 years, or longer if certain other circumstances are alleged
Administrative License Suspension (ALS) by the NH DMV	Minimum: 6 months
Required Treatment	7 day Multiple Offender Program (MOP), which must immediately follow any jail sentence. Cost is approx. $1550.00 Failure to complete the program is considered contempt of court and will result in a 14 day jail sentence. The court may impose additional treatment and/or counseling conditions as well, including random urine tests.
Ignition Interlock Requirement	Minimum: 1 years Maximum: 2 years
Insurance requirements	Proof of an SR-22 prior to reinstatement.
Other	6 demerit points Major motor vehicle conviction which counts toward certification as an habitual offender.

	The information on this website is for informational purposes only. You should consult with a lawyer to discuss the specific penalties applicable in your case.

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