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Starting the Journey Page 5

Getting Your First New Hampshire License Page 11

Renewing Your License Page 14

Reinstating Your Driver License Page 21

Updating Your License Page 17

Getting a New Hapshire ID Card Page 24

Vehicle Safety Tips Page 26

Official Forms Page 29

DMV Hours and Locations Page 30

Replacing Your License Page 19

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Starting the Journey

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Welcome to the world of driving in New Hampshire! Obtaining your license is one of the most gratifying moments in your life. Our purpose through this guide is to make sure you get to that moment with as little stress or complications as possible. Getting your driver license in New Hampshire is a smooth sailing process that only requires that you prepare slightly before embarking on the adventure. That is where we come in, we are here to help you know exactly what it is you need to prepare and how to prepare it properly.

This is a process that will only take a small amount of your time; in fact, the guide is specifically organized towards ensuring that you are able to get through things as quickly as possible. Jam packed with information regarding everything from obtaining your learner permit, driver license, or ID card all the way to how to renew, replace, or change these items. We will make getting ready to drive on the friendly New Hampshire roads fast and easy. So, enjoy as we make life a bit less complicated.

ALL DRIVERSYou must also remember that the roads aren’t always safe; therefore, it is in your best interest to fully prepare for whatever may your way before you begin driving. When you begin driving, you not only take on the responsibility for your safety, but you also take on the responsibility of the safety of your passengers and all passengers in the vehicles around you.

Vision ExamGetting your vision checked before you obtain your learner’s permit or driver’s license is essential to ensure that you are physically capable of driving. The exam is very straightforward and will only require that you have a minimum vision of 20/40. Otherwise, if you fail your vision exam you need to wear corrective lenses at all times you operate a vehicle.

If you are not able to pass the vision test, even with corrective lenses, you will need to have an eye doctor examine you and fill out an Eye Examination Form stating you are visually able to drive a vehicle.

If you have any questions regarding the vision screening test, please contact the DMV office or take a look at the New Hampshire Driver Handbook.

https://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/dmv/forms/documents/dsmv61.pdf

https://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/dmv/forms/documents/nhdm.pdf


Written ExamWhen it comes to obtaining your learner’s permit, you will need to take a written exam. At first, it may seem intimidating to take the exam, but once you understand how the process goes it will be less frightening to you.

In order to prepare for the written exam, you need to review all information regarding driver safety, traffic laws, and all Connecticut laws. You have to answer 40 questions in 40 minutes and can only answer eight incorrectly in order to pass the test. Once you miss eight questions, the test will immediately end and you will have to wait ten days to retake it.

All the information you need to study to prepare for the test can be found in the New Hampshire Driver Handbook.

Driving TestTaking a driving test is necessary in order for the DMV to determine your driving skills level. The first part of the exam, which includes a safety check, will show the examiner that you have an acceptable level regarding your vehicle. When you go to take your driving test, you are required to provide a vehicle that is both insured, and passes the safety requirements. Continue to read the points below to understand better what will happen during your test from start to finish!

This the first part of the driving test in which the examiner will inspect and make sure that all of the necessary parts of your vehicle function properly and are not a risk to you or any passengers both in the car and on the road. Things that must work on the car include:

• All lights

• Tires

• Brakes

• Windows

• Windshield wipers

• Exhaust system

• Speedometer

• Horn

• Mirrors

• Defroster




• Safety belts

Once the road test begins the examiner will judge and grade you based on your ability to obey instructions and perform the tasks, such as:

• Being able to properly adjust your seat, mirror, seatbelts, before driving.

• Obeying traffic signs and signals.

• Using your turn signals.

• Handling traffic appropriately.

• Parking.

• Observing the intersection.

• Responding appropriately to emergency vehicles.

• Making appropriate turns.

• As well as any other instructions the examiner gives you during the test.

The road test will not be very long and won’t require that you know anything beyond the standard knowledge and skill on how to operate a vehicle. The test will probably take you approximately 15 to 20 minutes from start to finish. In the case that you fail any part of the test, it will immediately stop and you will be required to retake after at least 10 days.

If you are not able to make it to your scheduled test , make sure to contact the DMV office at least 24 hours beforehand. You have to wait at least 30 days before you are allowed to reschedule for a new driving test.

TEEN DRIVERSIf you’re a teenager on the brink of entering adulthood, then, chances are you’re currently dreaming of obtaining your driver’s license. Well, we are here to help you to make that dream a reality! In each step moving towards obtaining your license, we will outline and help you to better understand each procedure you must complete. As a new driver, it is important that you carefully read through each step and fully understand how everything operates. This is to ensure that you avoid any complications, but also to be sure that you are well prepared to take on your responsibilities on the road. By completing these steps and obtaining your license, you will take those first steps towards proving you are a well prepared driver. So let’s begin the journey!


Step 1: Driver’s EducationThe first step you must take in order to obtain your driver’s license is completing your driver’s education, which ensures to the DMV office that you have been prepared on basic driving knowledge and skills to be able to take the written test.

The course will consist of the following parts:

• 30 hours of classroom instruction.

• 10 hours of behind the wheel driving practice.

• Six hours of driving observation.

You will need to complete all three parts in order to receive your driver education certificate, which you can obtain by completing the following courses at either:

• Private Driving School

• Public High School Driver’s Education Course

After you’ve completed your driver education course, you will also be required to complete at least 40 hours of behind the wheel driving, including 10 hours at night. However, you need to be at least 15 and half years old and be accompanied by your parent, a legal guardian, or a licensed adult driver 25 years or older. When you practice, you must carry identification showing your age and write down all the hours you practice on the Driver Out of Class Log Sheet.

If you are under 18 years old and have recently transferred from out of state, you can either transfer your out of state driver education course, as long as it meets all the necessary New Hampshire driver education standards, or you can choose to complete a driver education course in New Hampshire.

For more information on what is the best course of action for you, please contact the DMV office at 603-227-4075 or send a letter to the following address:NH Dept. of Safety DMV – Driver Education23 Hazen DriveConcord, NH 03305

Step 2: Youth Operator Driver LicenseYou are finally ready to obtain your youth operator driver license! This license will allow you to continue practicing to drive behind the wheel until you are officially ready to obtain your adult driver’s license once you turn 21 years old. Until then this license will

https://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/dmv/driver-licensing/education-training/driving-schools.htm



expire when you turn 21 years old. This process is fairly simple and will take only a small amount of preparation on your part.

The first thing you must make sure of is that you meet the following standards:

• Be at least 16 years old.

• Completed your driver education course.

• Completed 40 hours of behind the wheel driving, including 10 hours at night.

o Fill out the Driver Out of Class Log Sheet.

If you meet these requirements then, you are ready to begin the process of getting your driving permit by taking the steps below to begin the application process:

• Visit the DMV office before 3:30 p.m.

• Fill out the Application for Driver License.

• Present your original green Driver Education Completion Certificate.

• Present your completed Driver Out of Class Log Sheet.

• Provide two proofs of your identity:

o U.S. Birth Certificate

o Valid Passport

• Provide proof of any name changes, if necessary:

o Marriage Certificate

o Divorce Decree

o Court Order

• Fill out and have a parent or legal guardian sign the Parent or Guardian Authorization Certificate.

• Pass a vision test.

• Pass a written test.

• Make an appointment to take a driving test.

• Visit the DMV office.







• Pass the driving test.

• Pay the $50 fee.

• Take a photograph.

After you complete the above steps, you will receive a temporary driver license valid for 60 days from the DMV office. Your permanent driver license should arrive in the mail within 60 days, otherwise, please contact the DMV office. The DMV office will not allow you to take a written test after 3:30 p.m. to ensure that you are provided enough time to complete the test without rushing.

All other acceptable documents to provide can be found here.

https://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/dmv/forms/documents/identification-residency.pdf


Congratulations! If you have gone through the steps of getting your Driver’s Permit in New Hampshire, you are now only one step closer to of obtaining your driver license. And we are sure you are more than ready to finish the process. Well no need to worry because the process is almost over! Now it’s only a matter of mastering the art of driving to get your license. All that is required now is that you follow the steps below that best fit your situation to officially hold that brand new license.

ADULT DRIVERS: NEVER HAD A DRIVER LICENSEIf you are 18 years old or older, have never had a license and are now looking to obtaining one then, you have come to the right place. Getting a license for first-time drivers is a very simple process through the state of New Hampshire by first following the steps on how to apply.

• Visit the DMV office before 3:30 p.m.




o Valid Passport

• Provide one proof of your New Hampshire residency:

o Utility Bill

o Mortgage Statement



o Divorce Decree

o Court Order


• Pass a written test.

• Make an appointment to take a driving test.

Getting Your First Driver License




• Pass the driving test.



After you complete the above steps, you will receive a temporary driver license valid for 60 days from the DMV office. Your permanent driver license should arrive in the mail within 60 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office. The DMV office will not allow you to take a written test after 3:30 p.m. to ensure that you are provided enough time to complete the test without rushing.


ADULT DRIVERS: NEW RESIDENTIf you already hold a license from another state and have stayed in New Hampshire for more than 60 days, you will need to obtain a New Hampshire license in order to continue driving legally. It is very important to make sure that you obtain a valid driver’s license after the 60 days term; let’s begin so you can obtain your New Hampshire license as soon as possible!


• Present your valid out of state license.


• Provide another proof of your identity:


o Valid Passport

• Provide one proof of your New Hampshire residency, cannot be older than 60 days:

o Utility Bill







o Divorce Decree

o Court Order




After you complete the above steps, you will receive a temporary driver license valid for 60 days. Your permanent driver license should arrive in the mail within those 60 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office. The DMV office will not allow you to take a written test after 3:30 p.m. to ensure that you are provided enough time to complete the test without rushing.


TipIf you would like to make an appointment to schedule your driving test at the DMV office, you can do so by contacting 603-227-4000.



Renewing Your License“Oh no, my license has expired!”That is something no one ever wants to have to say, as it means you no longer hold a legal license to drive. This means a loss of freedom and the risk of getting a ticket, so it is best to renew your license as soon as you notice the expiration date creeping up on you.

But before you renew your license, it is best that you thoroughly comprehend the process so that you can avoid any error or issues that may occur. To begin, you must remember that a New Hampshire driver’s license expires every five years on your birthday. You can renew your license up to six months before the expiration date, and you will receive a letter from the DMV office reminding you to renew two months before the expiration date. If you are renewing your license when you turn 21 years old, you must renew up to a week before your birthday.

Thankfully, New Hampshire allows you to renew your license either in person or online.

RENEWING IN PERSONOne of the easiest ways to renew your license is to go directly to the BMV office in person to renew it. This method is easier because it requires no qualifications to do so, all it requires is that you bring along a few documents to show proof of your identity, residency, and lawful presence.

To understand which steps you need to take to renew your driver’s license in person, just read the instructions below:


• Present your driver license.


• Pass the vision test.



After you complete the above steps you will receive a temporary driver license valid for 60 days from the DMV office. Your permanent driver license should arrive in the mail within 60 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office.



However, if you allow your license to expire, you must renew it in person at the DMV office and will have to take the additional tests:

• Expired for more than one year but less than three years:

o Provide two proofs of your identity:

• U.S. Birth Certificate

• Valid Passport

o Provide one proof of your New Hampshire residency:

• Utility Bill

• Mortgage Statement

• Expired for more than three years:

o Provide two proofs of your identity:

• U.S. Birth Certificate

• Valid Passport

o Provide one proof of your New Hampshire residency:

• Utility Bill

• Mortgage Statement

o Pass the vision test.

o Pass the written test.

o Pass the driving test.


RENEWING ONLINEThe state of New Hampshire allows that you renew your driver’s license online as well, but you will have to receive a 10 digit Renewal Identification Code (RIC) on your renewal notice from the DMV office to be allowed. If you do not receive the 10 digit RIC that’s needed, please look into renewing your driver’s license in person.



• Visit the DMV site here.

• Insert your license number and information.


• Print your temporary driver license.

Your permanent driver license should arrive in the mail within 60 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office.

TEMPORARY OUT OF STATE RESIDENTSIn the case that you’re out of state when your New Hampshire driver’s license expires however you can apply for a six month extension through the mail from the DMV office. To do this though, you will have to meet certain requirements, such as:

• Have your photo on file at the DMV office.

• Have a license that is not suspended or revoked.

• Have no outstanding fees or fines with the DMV office.

Now, all you must do is take the following steps:


• Fill out the Temporarily Out-of-State Form (DSMV 594 Form).

o Must state your out-of-state address.


• Mail the documents and fee to the following address:NH Dept. of SafetyDMV – Driver Licensing23 Hazen DriveConcord, NH 03305

Once you return to New Hampshire, you will have to finish the renewal process in person at the DMV office.

TipMake sure you read through the New Hampshire Driver Handbook in order to best prepare for the written, traffic signs, and driving test. If you would like to read the handbook, you can read the handbook here.

https://www4.egov.nh.gov/odlr/





Updating Your License InformationNow your life may be coming to a turning point, which can mean changes both as big as changing your name to a more subtle change such as moving neighborhoods. Either way, this information is essential to your identification, which includes your driver licenses. So, how can you ensure that these changes are made to your driver license should you ever need them to be made? Well, you only need to inform the New Hampshire DMV. To better understand the process, you must follow the steps that best fit your situation below.

CHANGING YOUR NAMEMaking the decision to change your name is not only a big personal decision, but it will also greatly affect your documents and general information in regards to your identity. If you have officially changed your name, you will surely be required to change your name on all of your identification documents and cards, including your driver license. You have 10 days to notify the DMV

Now, how to do this is very simple, all you must do is follow the steps below that best apply to your situation:

• Go to the Social Security Administration office.

• Change your name on their files.

• Wait up to three days.


• Fill out the Record Change Request (Form DSMV 30).

• Present your driver license.

• Provide one proof of any name changes, if necessary:


o Divorce Decree

o Court Order


Your replacement driver license should arrive in the mail within 60 days, otherwise, please contact the DMV office.



CHANGING YOUR ADDRESSIn the case that you may have recently moved to a new address, it is essential that you update the address on your driver license. All you must do is, follow the steps below that outline the process. And, once you have completed every step properly, you will receive an update card to carry along with your driver’s license to ensure that if it is ever needed you may be able to show that your address has been changed. Simply follow the steps that best apply to you below:

• Fill out the Record Change Request (Form DSMV 30).



o Divorce Decree

o Court Order

• Provide proof of your New Hampshire residency:

o Utility Bill


• Mail all the documents to the following address:Department of SafetyDMV - Driver Licensing23 Hazen Drive

Concord, NH 03305

After you complete the above steps your address will be updated on your DMV file. When you go to renew your license the next time, your renewed license will state your updated address. All other acceptable documents to provide can be found here.

TipIn the case that you have any further questions or your situation does not fit into the explanations given above please contact the MDV office at 603-227-4000 before visiting the DMV office or changing your address or name on your license.

http://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/dmv/forms/documents/dsmv30.pdf



Replacing Your LicenseOh my, something’s happened to your license! What can you do now? Well the New Hampshire DMV will help you in obtaining a new driver license as soon as possible in the case that your license may have been lost, stolen, destroyed, or if you never even received your license in the first place. In any case, you will be able to effortlessly replace it with a new duplicate license. All it requires of you is to do a few things.





o Valid Passport


o Utility Bill



After you complete the above steps, you will receive a temporary driver license valid for 60 days. Your permanent driver license should arrive in the mail within 60 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office. All other acceptable documents to provide can be found here.

TEMPORARILY OUT OF STATEIn the case that you’re a resident out of state when your New Hampshire driver’s license is lost, stolen, or damaged, you will be allowed to apply for a six month extension from the DMV office. All you need to do is take the following steps:










• Mail the documents and fee to the following address:NH Dept. of SafetyDMV – Driver Licensing23 Hazen DriveConcord, NH 03305

Once you return to New Hampshire, you will have to finish the replacing process in person at the DMV office.

TipAll fees paid to the DMV office must be paid with cash, check, or a valid credit/debit card such as Visa, MasterCard, or Discover. All online services must be paid with a valid credit or debit card.


Reinstating Your License In order to qualify to reinstate your license, you will have to have completed all of the required time for your restraining order. The DMV department will only reinstate your driver’s license if you complete all of the necessary requirements to remove any restraining orders from your license.

There are many reasons you might have a suspended driver’s license which, therefore, means there are multiple ways to reinstate your driver’s license, it all depends on the situation. But the general steps you might need to take to reinstate your license include the following:

• Present a SR22 Proof of Insurance to the DMV.

• Attend an alcohol treatment program, if necessary.

• Pay all necessary reinstatement fee(s), either:

o By mail or in person to the following address:

NH Department of Safety Division of Motor Vehicles 23 Hazen Drive Concord, NH 03305

OR

o By phone by contacting either:

800-272-0036 only if you are in the U.S.

603-227-4070

Once you complete all the necessary reinstatement requirements you will receive a confirmation of restoration notice from the DMV office. If your license has been suspended for three or more years, you will be required to retake the vision, written, and driving test in order to reinstate your license.

If you need any information or clarification regarding your suspended license or under what condition it falls under, please contact the DMV at 603-227-4000 during its regular business hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. fromMonday through Friday.


DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (DUI)Being convicted of DUI is very serious in the state of New Hampshire, which is why if you are 21 years or older with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08% or under 21 years with a BAC of .02% you will be convicted of a DUI. If you are a “lightweight” drinker the officer can still convict you of a DWI if you appear to be too impaired to drive even if you are below the BAC limit. Driving under the influence of drugs is also considered cause for suspending your license as a DUI.

The court will also impose penalties on you which you must complete in order to be able to reinstate your license, such as:

• Jail Time

o Between 90 days up to two years

• Community Service

• Fines and Court Fees

• Alcohol and/or Drug Treatment

In most cases you may request a hearing to appeal your suspension, but you will have to take the following steps:

• Administrative License Suspensions:

o You must request the hearing within 30 days of your suspension.

• Fill out an Administrative Hearing Request Form Online.

• Uninsured Accident Suspensions:

o You must request the hearing within 10 days of your suspension.

• Fill out a General Hearing Request Form Online.

OR

• Write a letter requesting a hearing and mail it to the following address:Department of SafetyBureau of Hearings33 Hazen DriveConcord, NH 03305

https://business.nh.gov/NCharge/Safety-Hearings/default.asp?form_name=suspension-hearing

https://business.nh.gov/NCharge/Safety-Hearings/default.asp?form_name=GeneralHearingRequest


TipIf you need any information or clarification regarding your suspended license or under what condition it falls under please contact the DMV at 603-227-4000.


Getting a New Hampshire ID Card If you are not able to or not interested in obtaining a driver’s license, it is then important that you consider getting an ID card instead. An ID card is essential because it is the easiest manner in which someone else can identify you when necessary, whether it be an authority figure, such as the police, or if you simply need to provide proof of your identity, such as at the DMV office.

In order to obtain your New Hampshire ID card you will have to take the following steps:





o Valid Passport


o Utility Bill




To renew your license you will have to take the same steps above but you will not be required to represent your proof of identity or residency, unless your license has been expired for over one year.

If you are replacing your license you can also take the above steps but you will not have to provide proof of residency, though if you are currently out of state when you require a replacement license you will have to take the following additional steps:



• Mail the documents and fee to the following address:





NH Dept. of SafetyDMV – Driver Licensing23 Hazen DriveConcord, NH 03305

If you would like to change your name or address on your ID card, make sure to follow the steps outlined in the Updating Your License Information section. Your replacement driver license should arrive in the mail within 60 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office.

Vehicle Safety Tips


Before getting behind the wheel, it’s important that the vehicle is prepared for any trip. This means checking the safety features and making any needed changes to your vehicle to guarantee a safe drive.

EMERGENCY KITOne of the essentials to safe driving is having a basic emergency kit available in your vehicle at all times. This kit should include items such as water, extra batteries, rope, First Aid kit, matches and a whistle. During the winter months, it is also important to carry items such as blankets, non-perishable foods, extra gloves and socks, and a shovel.

WINTER DRIVINGOne of the most dangerous times to drive is during the winter, especially if you live in an area that snows or is prone to ice. Consider these tips below to drive safely during the winter.

• Don’t Rush!

Roads are often covered in snow and ice after it snows. Instead of driving fast and risking an accident as you hurry to get to your destination, try leaving a few minutes earlier than usual. This will allow you to drive slower and avoid other dangerous drivers without being late for your appointment.

• Don’t Panic If You Skid or Slip

In the event that your vehicle does skid or slip while driving, make sure you do not panic and slam down on your brakes. Instead, apply slow and even pressure on your brakes until you stop. This will prevent you from spinning further out of control.

• Check Your Vehicle

Before you leave your house make sure your vehicle’s controls, brakes, tank, tires, antifreeze, and exhaust are all in working order. It is also important that you remove any ice and snow from your car before you begin driving; this prevents the snow from blocking your view while you drive, or worse, flying off and hitting someone while in motion!


DRINKING AND DRIVINGEvery year thousands are killed as a result of drinking and driving. These events can be prevented; it only requires that you plan ahead of time by taking certain steps.

Before you begin drinking, arrange for someone else to be the designated driver. If they also become intoxicated, it is important that you take a taxi. Never allow someone drunk to drive, instead take away their keys and call for alternative transportation.

If you see someone who you suspect is drunk and showing signs of intoxication while driving – such as making wide turns, weaving, swerving, braking erratically or turning abruptly – call 9-1-1 and contact authorities immediately. Also make sure to avoid them on the road to ensure your own safety. This could mean you pulling over until they are at a safe distance from your car.

USING YOUR PHONEDriving while using your cell phone is one of the most dangerous things you can do. During those few seconds that your attention is diverted to your phone, a major accident could occur. Make sure you don’t text, use the internet on your phone, or receive calls while you drive to prevent accidents as best as possible.

THINGS TO AVOIDDriving isn’t always a relaxing experience. There are certain actions that can be both an annoyance and dangerous to you while driving on the road. These things are often avoidable if you make sure to take the necessary steps towards preventing them, as well as stopping them after you discover them to be occurring.

Car AccidentsOne way to avoid car accidents is to ensure that your vehicle is safe to drive and will not cause you any problems. To do this, regularly check that your brakes are functioning properly, your tires are inflated and not worn out, and that the steering and suspensions are checked by a mechanic.

Wasting GasIf you drive often, start looking for ways to save on those expensive trips to the pump. Saving on gas is something that is possible if you take a few steps towards ensuring you save some money in the long run.

Some of the ways that you can start saving gas are turning off the air conditioning, not leaving your engine running or speeding above 60 mph. These things are preventable


and not necessary for you to drive, therefore you can quickly reduce the amount of gas you waste.

Another way to save on gas is to make sure that your vehicle is functioning properly. You can do this by checking that your tires are properly inflated, your engine is well-tuned, and that your octane level is the correct amount to your vehicle’s needs.

Aggressive DrivingAggressive driving and drivers are both things that should be avoided to prevent on-road aggression or accidents. Aggressive driving is categorized as exhibiting behaviors such as aggressive tailgating, verbal or physical harassment towards another driver, or preventing another driver from merging or passing.

If you are an aggressive driver, you are putting others at risk every time you do any of the above behaviors. When you encounter a frustrating situation on the road, instead of becoming aggressive, take a moment, breathe, and continue moving.

Official Forms


Driver Out of Class Log Sheet

Application for Driver License

Parent or Guardian Authorization Certificate

Eye Examination Form

Temporarily Out-of-State Form (Form DSMV 594)

Record Change Request (Form DSMV 30)







DMV Hours and Locations


The DMV has offices conveniently located across the state. Click here to learn more about DMV office locations, schedules, and waiting times.

Have you ever visited the DMV and realized that you forgot a document? Now you can avoid that and save the trip by using the online services. You will be able to:

• Renew Your License.

• Pay Your Ticket.

If you have any questions, you can call the DMV at:General Information: 603-227-4000 Driver Education Information: 603-227-4075Licensing Information: 603-227-4020TDD Phone Number: 800-735-2964

Their office hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For general inquiries, you may contact customer service by email at:

[email protected]

https://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/dmv/locations/index.htm

https://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/dmv/online-services/index.htm

https://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/dmv/driver-licensing/online-renewal/index.htm

https://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/dmv/financial-responsibility/online-ticket-payment/index.htm

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