NH DMV Driver and Vehicle Records 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How long does a DWI conviction remain on your NH driving record?
- 5 years
- 10 years
- Permanently (Correct answer)
- Until you turn 65
Correct answer: Permanently
A DWI conviction remains on your NH driving record permanently and cannot be expunged.
Question 2: In New Hampshire, who is authorized to request a certified copy of another person's driving record?
- Any member of the public
- Only insurance companies and law enforcement
- Employers, attorneys, insurance companies, and court-authorized parties (Correct answer)
- Only the DMV itself
Correct answer: Employers, attorneys, insurance companies, and court-authorized parties
Certified driving records may be obtained by employers, attorneys, insurers, and parties with court authorization under NH RSA 260:14.
Question 3: What fee does New Hampshire charge for a standard driving record abstract?
- $5
- $10 (Correct answer)
- $15
- $25
Correct answer: $10
NH DMV charges $10 for a standard driving record abstract as of current fee schedules.
Question 4: Which NH statute governs the release of motor vehicle records to third parties?
- RSA 260:14 (Correct answer)
- RSA 265:1
- RSA 261:45
- RSA 259:10
Correct answer: RSA 260:14
RSA 260:14 establishes the rules for who may obtain NH motor vehicle records and under what conditions.
Question 5: A New Hampshire driver who accumulates 12 demerit points within a 12-month period faces what consequence?
- A mandatory defensive driving course only
- A $200 fine only
- License suspension (Correct answer)
- Mandatory vehicle impoundment
Correct answer: License suspension
Accumulating 12 or more demerit points within 12 months triggers a license suspension under NH point system rules.
Question 6: When a New Hampshire driver's license is suspended, what document may they obtain to prove their identity?
- A temporary paper license
- A state-issued non-driver ID card (Correct answer)
- A restricted operator permit only
- No identification is issued during suspension
Correct answer: A state-issued non-driver ID card
NH DMV issues a non-driver identification card that suspended drivers may use for identity purposes.
Question 7: How many demerit points are assessed in New Hampshire for a speeding violation of 26–35 mph over the posted limit?
- 2 points
- 3 points
- 4 points (Correct answer)
- 6 points
Correct answer: 4 points
Speeding 26–35 mph over the limit carries 4 demerit points on an NH driving record.
NH DMV Driver and Vehicle Records 2
How long does a DWI conviction remain on your NH driving record?