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NH Liquor Laws to Change

Oct 23, 2009 - by Richard Samdperil

"County attorney unfair to bar owners" - Portsmouth Herald editorial calls County Attorney Jim Reams' prosecution of restaurants "disengenuous" and aimed at making "media hay."read more

Roadblocks: 545 detained; only 6 arrested

Jul 25, 2009 - by Richard Samdperil

Portsmouth Police conducted another in a string of DWI roadblocks, netting 6 arrests. Police report screening 545 vehicles. That's an arrest rate of just over 1%.

More DUI Roadblocks

Jul 12, 2009 - by Richard Samdperil

Police: "Expect more DUI hunter patrols, saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints throughout 2009."

Are roadblocks constitutional? Do they work? Read our blog for an explanation of the law relating to NH DWI/DUI roadblocks.

Study: Field Testing Kits Render False Positives for Marijuana, Cocaine

May 21, 2009 - by Richard Samdperil

Tylenol PM tests positive for cocaine. Oregano and chocolate test positive for marijuana.

These are just some of the problems with the field test kits used by many police.

Restaurant and Bar Owners Beware

Apr 18, 2009 - by Richard Samdperil

With local restaurant Margaritas indicted for "overserving" a customer, police and prosecutors are relishing the chance to extend this precedent.

NH DWI Penalties - Quick Reference Guide

Mar 20, 2009 - by Richard Samdperil

Understanding New Hampshire's DWI penalties isn't easy. On our website you will find a clear outline of what penalties apply to which type of case.

National Academy report addresses weakness in forensic testing

Mar 11, 2009 - by Richard Samdperil

National Academy report cites Exeter, NH Attorney Richard Samdperil's fingerprint litigation.

The report examines a wide range of forensic testing practices and makes a number of recommendations intended to address the reliability and accuracy of forensic evidence.

Critical Analysis of Evidence Leads to Not Guilty Verdict for Client

Dec 05, 2008 - by Richard Samdperil

Client was charged with attempting to steal copper pipes. The trial included testimony by a trooper whose trained canine tracked directly to the client. But what did that really prove?

How will a DWI or other traffic offense affect my CDL?

Nov 23, 2008 - by Joseph Welsh

If you have been charged with DWI of other traffic violation and rely on your NH commercial drivers license (CDL) for your livelihood, you should be familiar with the federal and state laws that may apply.

Client Found Not Guilty of Assaulting Child

Oct 31, 2008 - by Richard Samdperil

A client was accused of assaulting his girlfriend's son. Exeter, NH criminal defense attorney Richard Samdperil presented expert testimony that the injuries could have been caused by an accident, and the trial judge found the client not guilty.