Citizen in a RepublicNH House Testimony

HB1248

House · 2026 sessionRepublicanKilled in House

Enhanced penalties for repeat DWI

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Adds certain prior convictions involving court-ordered alcohol or controlled substance education, treatment, or counseling programs as a requisite prior conviction for enhanced DWI penalties.

relative to the penalties for intoxication or under the influence of drug offenses.Official record

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3 submissions
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Status

Killed in the House — Inexpedient to Legislate · March 11, 2026
  1. Introduced
  2. House
  3. Senate
  4. Governor
  5. Law
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Meg Cowan
for Myself
Wilmot

I strongly support HB 1248-FN. This bill ensures that prior convictions for intoxication or drug-related offenses—including those where the sentence included mandated education or treatment—are properly counted when assessing enhanced penalties for repeat offenders. By closing this gap, the bill strengthens accountability, promotes public safety, and ensures that repeat offenders face consequences consistent with the seriousness of their actions. It is a commonsense step to reinforce New Hampshire’s commitment to preventing impaired driving and substance-related harm.

Support
Daniel Richardson
for Myself
Nashua

Position recorded without written comment.

Oppose
Senator Daniel Innis
for Myself
Bradford

Position recorded without written comment.

Support