Driving Without a License
RSA 263:1 — never licensed is a class B misdemeanor, an expired license a violation
| The situation | The charge |
|---|---|
| The situationNever had a license | The chargeClass B misdemeanor |
| The situationA license expired not more than 12 months | The chargeViolation; class B misdemeanor for a second offense |
| The situationDriving while suspended or revoked, in general | The chargeViolation, with a fine of at least $250, or $500 for a second offense |
| The situationDriving while suspended, with a prior conviction for it in the 7 years before | The chargeMisdemeanor |
Who handles this in New Hampshire: New Hampshire Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service; and legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the New Hampshire directory.
Driving while suspended or revoked is an offense whether or not the person held a license when the suspension took effect. Evidence that the notice was sent to the last known address on the division's records is prima facie evidence that the person was notified.
A felony after a serious crash. Driving while suspended or revoked and being in a collision that causes death or serious bodily injury, where the unlawful driving caused or materially contributed to it, is a class B felony.
Sources for this section (2)
- RSA 263:1 — License Required; Penalty
- RSA 263:64 — Driving After Revocation or Suspension
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed New Hampshire attorney.