NH DMV Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield NH DMV facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. How often must you renew your vehicle registration in New Hampshire? → Annually
2. A first-offense DWI conviction in New Hampshire can result in a license suspension of up to: → 1 year
3. If you sell your vehicle in New Hampshire, what happens to the license plates? → The seller keeps the plates and can transfer them to another vehicle
4. Which factor does NOT affect how quickly your body absorbs alcohol? → The color of the beverage
5. In New Hampshire, what documents are needed to transfer a vehicle title? → Properly signed title, odometer disclosure, and payment of applicable fees and taxes
6. What fee does New Hampshire charge for a standard driving record abstract? → $10
7. Which of the following is NOT a reason NH DMV may suspend a driver's license? → Receiving a parking ticket in another state
8. Which of the following would allow an NH first-stage GDL holder to drive during the nighttime curfew hours? → Being accompanied by a licensed driver age 25 or older
9. Which NH DMV office specifically handles commercial vehicle regulations and permits? → Commercial Vehicle Bureau
10. What are the main components of the road test required for a New Hampshire driver’s license? → A driving skills test and a vehicle safety check
11. A New Hampshire vehicle registration renewal notice is typically sent how many days before expiration? → 60 days
12. What is the minimum period of license revocation for a first-offense DUI conviction in New Hampshire? → 12 months
13. What does New Hampshire's Implied Consent Law mean for drivers? → You consent to chemical testing for alcohol or drugs if lawfully arrested
14. How many demerit points are assessed in New Hampshire for a speeding violation of 26–35 mph over the posted limit? → 4 points
15. What additional fee is included in NH vehicle registration for road maintenance purposes? → Road Toll (RETT) surcharge
16. What service does the NH DMV offer to non-driving residents who need a state-issued photo ID? → A Non-Driver Identification Card
17. What are the penalties for driving without insurance in New Hampshire? → Fines, possible license suspension, and potential vehicle impoundment
18. Which of the following driving offenses in NH results in an immediate license revocation rather than a point-based suspension? → Reckless driving causing serious bodily injury
19. In NH, what happens to your license if you accumulate 12 or more points on your driving record within a 12-month period? → Your license is suspended
20. What are the seat belt requirements in New Hampshire? → No seat belt law for adults over 18
21. What is the proper technique for driving on icy roads in New Hampshire? → Reduce speed, increase following distance, and avoid sudden movements
22. Under the NH GDL program, how many hours of supervised driving must a teen log before getting a first-stage license? → 40 hours
23. Under federal DPPA rules that NH follows, which of the following is a permissible use of motor vehicle records? → Verifying a commercial driver's employment history
24. A third DWI offense in New Hampshire is classified as: → A Class B felony
25. A newly purchased used vehicle in NH — when must you have it registered before driving on public roads? → It must be registered before or at the time of purchase transfer
26. NH offers a municipal permit fee that is part of registration. Who sets this fee amount? → The individual town or city where the owner resides
27. Which class of NH driver's license is required to operate a standard passenger vehicle? → Class D
28. What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers age 21 and older in New Hampshire? → 0.08%
29. In New Hampshire, what does a pentagon-shaped (five-sided) sign indicate? → School zone or school crossing ahead
30. What is the nighttime driving restriction for first-stage GDL license holders in New Hampshire? → No driving between 11 PM and 5 AM