What is the legal blood alcohol limit in New Hampshire?

Is the legal limit the same if I am under 21?

  • For those twenty-one years or older, the legal limit is .08%; for those under 21 the limit is .02%. If you took a breath test that is at the legal limit of 0.08 or 0.02, you may be able to avoid having your license suspended unless you are convicted of DWI.
     

  • If you hold a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), but are not charged with operating a commercial vehicle, the limit is the same as the limit that would be applicable to you on a regular DWI, 0.08 or 0.02 for those under 21.
     

  • Drivers charged with operating a commercial vehicle while under the influence not only face more serious penalties, but also are subject to a .04% limit. Even at lower levels, commercial drivers may face other penalties, for it is unlawful to drive a commercial motor vehicle with any detectable presence of alcohol.

For estimated blood alcohol concentration: See tables