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NH SB620

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

William Gannon

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases license suspension for first-time refusal to submit to alcohol/drug testing from 180 days to 9 months, and from 2 years to 3 years for those with prior DWI convictions or prior refusals

  • Allows courts to suspend up to 180 days of the license suspension imposed for test refusal when the person pleads guilty or nolo contendere to a DWI offense

  • Creates new penalty structure for aggravated DWI under RSA 265-A:3, III, classified as a class A misdemeanor with a minimum $750 fine and mandatory 17-day jail sentence (which may be suspended)

  • Requires substance use disorder evaluation within 60 days of release and compliance with a service plan as a condition of suspended jail time for aggravated DWI

  • Mandates installation of an ignition interlock device and 18-month minimum license revocation (extendable to 2 years) for aggravated DWI, with possible 6-month reduction for treatment compliance; effective January 1, 2027

Legislative Description

Relative to refusal of consent to testing to determine alcohol concentration and penalties for aggravated driving while intoxicated.

Last Action

Public Hearing: 03/18/2026 02:00 pm GP 159

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice and Public Safety2/26/2026
Judiciary11/25/2025

Full Bill Text

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