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5 Unexpected Ways to Get a DWI

We are all aware of the classic and simple ways to get a DWI charge. Leaving a bar to drive home drunk is a swift way to end up with legal trouble. Being caught in the act of reckless driving under the influence can be far worse for the offender. However, a DWI arrest in NH is not only limited to operating a motor vehicle. Take a look at these unexpected ways to land in court with a DWI charge.

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By Bernstein & Mello, PLLC, 5 yearsMay 2, 2019 ago

Driving Laws

Impeding the flow of traffic: Get out of the left lane!

On most New Hampshire highways, we only have two lanes of traffic. While some of that is set to change in the future with 93 being widened, it still leaves a lot of highways with only two lanes of traffic. In order for things to run as smoothly as possible on these two-lane highways, it’s important not to impede the flow of traffic. What does that mean and how can you avoid it?

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By Bernstein & Mello, PLLC, 6 yearsApril 1, 2019 ago

People playing "Twister" at Spring Break

DUI / DWI

Understanding Internal Possession and Underage Drinking in NH

Lawmakers in NH take a hard stance against underage drinking, leveraging legislation that prohibits minors from consuming any amount of alcohol. As spring break and summertime approach, it’s important for minors to be aware of and understand the legal implications of underage drinking.

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By Bernstein & Mello, PLLC, 6 yearsMarch 8, 2019 ago

DUI / DWI

DWI and Alternatives to Driving Drunk

The cost of drunk driving is all around us: in the news, in commercials, and in every kind of media. Everyone is aware of the message that driving sober is the only way to avoid the tragedy of DWI accidents and needless damage to other people’s lives.

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By Bernstein & Mello, PLLC, 6 yearsFebruary 22, 2019 ago

Criminal Law

What is criminal threatening in New Hampshire?

Criminal threatening became a hot topic of discussion in NH back in 2010 and 2011 when NH resident Ward Bird waved a gun at an accidental trespasser. Due to this case, it has caused a lot more light to be shed on New Hampshire’s criminal threatening laws, and what constitutes felony criminal threatening and what doesn’t.

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By Bernstein & Mello, PLLC, 6 yearsJanuary 25, 2019 ago