Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Your first consultation is free, and you'll speak directly with an attorney about your situation and options.

An attorney. At Granite Criminal Defense you deal directly with a lawyer from the first call, not a call center.

Yes. We have a bilingual attorney who speaks Spanish and will represent you directly. Llame al 603-767-8097.

We serve southern and central New Hampshire, including but not limited to Hillsborough, Merrimack, Rockingham, Strafford, Belknap, and Carroll counties, and communities such as Nashua, Manchester, Concord, Portsmouth, Dover, Salem, Derry, Hampton, and Durham. We practice only in New Hampshire.

They mean the same thing. New Hampshire's statute uses 'DWI,' but many people search for 'DUI.' Both refer to operating while impaired.

Often, yes, when there are problems with the stop, the search, the testing, or the State's proof. Every case is different, which is why an early, thorough review matters.

Felonies are more serious and can carry state prison sentences over a year, plus heavier long-term consequences. Misdemeanors carry up to a year in county jail or no jail at all, but still create a permanent record.

Not before talking to a lawyer. A quick guilty plea creates a permanent record and can cost you far more in the long run than resolving the case the right way.

It depends on the charge and complexity. We discuss fees openly in your free consultation so there are no surprises.

As early as possible. Prompt representation lets us protect your rights, preserve evidence, and, in DWI cases, meet the short deadline for a DMV/ALS hearing.

Any paperwork you've received – the complaint or summons, bail documents, police paperwork, and any court dates – plus a written timeline of what happened while it's fresh.