Services and Offices Flashcards

What NH DMV program assists drivers who are deaf or hard of hearing in communicating with law enforcement during traffic stops?

Answer: Hearing Impaired Driver Registry

The NH DMV Hearing Impaired Driver Registry allows deaf or hard-of-hearing drivers to have a notation on their record alerting officers during stops.

When must a NH resident notify the DMV of a change of address?

Answer: Within 30 days of moving

New Hampshire law requires drivers to notify the DMV of an address change within 30 days of moving.

What service does the NH DMV offer to non-driving residents who need a state-issued photo ID?

Answer: A Non-Driver Identification Card

The NH DMV issues Non-Driver ID Cards to residents who need official photo identification but do not have a driver license.

Which online NH DMV service allows a customer to verify if a vehicle has an open recall before purchase?

Answer: VIN Recall Check via NHTSA linked from DMV

NH DMV directs consumers to the NHTSA VIN lookup tool to check for open safety recalls on a vehicle.

What is required at the NH DMV when a title is transferred because of the owner's death and the estate is not going through probate?

Answer: An Affidavit for Transfer of Title without Probate

An Affidavit for Transfer of Title without Probate allows heirs to transfer a vehicle title when the estate bypasses formal probate proceedings.

Which NH DMV office division handles the registration of snowmobiles and off-highway recreational vehicles (OHRVs)?

Answer: The Bureau of Off-Highway Recreational Vehicles within the Division of Motor Vehicles

The Bureau of Off-Highway Recreational Vehicles, part of the NH Division of Motor Vehicles, handles OHRV and snowmobile registrations.

What action does the NH DMV take when a driver accumulates 12 or more demerit points within a 12-month period?

Answer: Suspends the driver's license

Accumulating 12 or more points within 12 months triggers an automatic license suspension by the NH DMV.