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N.H. Rev. Stat. § 651-C:1 — NH Code / Title LXII / Chapter 651-C / Section 1
651-C:1 Definitions.
Status: repealed

In this chapter: I. "CODIS" means the Combined DNA Index System, the FBI's national DNA identification index system. II. "Department" means the department of safety. III. "Division" means the division of state police, department of safety. IV. "DNA" means deoxyribonucleic acid. V. "DNA record" means the DNA identification information stored in the state DNA database or CODIS for the purpose of generating investigative leads or supporting statistical interpretation of DNA test results. The DNA record is the objective form of the DNA analysis test and may include numerical representation of DNA fragment lengths, digital images of autoradiographs, discrete allele assignment numbers, and similar characteristics obtained from a DNA sample which are of value in establishing the identity of individuals. A DNA record may not specify the presence, absence, or alteration of any gene or chromosome. VI. "DNA sample" means a blood, tissue, hair follicle, or other biological sample provided by any person or submitted to the division pursuant to this subdivision for analysis or storage or both. VII. "FBI" means the Federal Bureau of Investigation. VIII. [Repealed.] IX. [Repealed.]
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 124-A:14 — NH Code / Title IX / Chapter 124-A / Section 14
124-A:14 Severability.
Status: in_force

If any provision of this chapter, or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid the invalidity does not affect other provisions or applications of the chapter which can be given effect without the invalid provisions or applications, and to this end the provisions of this chapter are severable.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 564-F:18-1806 — NH Code / Title LVI / Chapter 564-F / Section 18-1806
564-F:18-1806 Reliance on the Governing Documents.
Status: in_force

A foundation official who acts in reasonable reliance on the foundation's governing documents is not liable to any person for a breach of duty to the extent that the breach of duty resulted from that reliance.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 564-B:3-305 — NH Code / Title LVI / Chapter 564-B / Section 3-305
564-B:3-305 Appointment of Representative.
Status: in_force

(a) If the court determines that an interest is not represented under this article, or that the otherwise available representation might be inadequate, the court may appoint a representative to receive notice, give consent, and otherwise represent, bind, and act on behalf of a minor, incapacitated, or unborn individual, or a person whose identity or location is unknown. A representative may be appointed to represent several persons or interests. (b) A representative may act on behalf of the individual represented with respect to any matter arising under this chapter, whether or not a judicial proceeding concerning the trust is pending. (c) In making decisions, a representative may consider general benefit accruing to the living members of the individual's family.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 231:20 — NH Code / Title XX / Chapter 231 / Section 20
231:20 In Case of Dispute.
Status: in_force

Whenever dispute arises over title to land or other property acquired or over the person entitled to the damages awarded or purchase price, the selectmen may deposit the money for such damages or purchase price with the clerk of the superior court for the county in which such land or other property is situate together with a bill of interpleader in equity proceedings, and such deposit shall constitute sufficient tender. The court, after due notice to all claimants is given, shall determine the issues in dispute, and the clerk shall pay over the sum deposited to such persons as the court shall find are entitled thereto.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 564:6 — NH Code / Title LVI / Chapter 564 / Section 6
564:6 Jurisdiction of Probate Court, Acknowledgment of.
Status: in_force

Any national bank desiring to be appointed trustee shall first file with the attorney general, in such form as he may direct, its consent to an examination of its trust department by the bank commissioners of this state, and acknowledge itself amenable to the jurisdiction of the probate courts of this state.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 383-E:4-406 — NH Code / Title XXXV / Chapter 383-E / Section 4-406
383-E:4-406 Bank Stock.
Status: in_force

The following described securities are legal investments: (a) The securities of any bank or bank holding company incorporated in the United States, provided that: (1) Such bank or bank holding company shall have a total capital and surplus of at least $50,000,000. (2) The capital and surplus shall represent not less than 4 percent of the total assets in at least 4 of the 5 years immediately preceding investment. (3) Net earnings shall have averaged not less than 4/10 of one percent of average total assets over the same 5 years immediately preceding investment. (4) The total loans to total deposits shall not be greater than 80 percent. (b) The securities of any bank or trust company, or the special deposits of any investor-owned savings bank incorporated under the laws of this state and doing business herein, and the capital notes and the capital stock of any federally chartered bank in this state; but the amount of such notes or stock or special deposits held by any credit union as an investment and as collateral for loans shall not exceed 1/4 of the total capital notes and capital stock of the bank, except if held on or before June 1, 1979. (c) The securities of any New Hampshire bank holding company which is registered with the board of governors of the Federal Reserve System under 12 U.S.C. section 1844, but the amount of capital stock held by any credit union in legal form or represented by voting trust certificates as an investment and as collateral for loans shall not exceed 1/4 of the total capital stock of such New Hampshire bank holding company.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 356-B:38 — NH Code / Title XXXI / Chapter 356-B / Section 38
356-B:38 Quorums.
Status: in_force

I. Unless the condominium instruments otherwise provide, a quorum shall be deemed to be present throughout any meeting of the unit owners' association until adjourned if persons entitled to cast more than 33 1/3 percent of the votes are present at the beginning of such meeting. The bylaws may provide for a smaller percentage, not less than 25 percent, or for a larger percentage for associations having fewer than 25 units; provided, however, this paragraph shall not apply if the condominium is comprised of time sharing interests. II. Unless the condominium instruments specify a larger majority, a quorum shall be deemed to be present throughout any meeting of the board of directors if persons entitled to cast more than 1/2 of the votes in that body are present at the beginning of such meeting. III. If a quorum is not met for an annual meeting, the board shall reschedule the meeting within 60 days and provide proper notice and proxies. IV. In the case of small condominiums, unless the condominium instruments otherwise provide, a quorum shall be deemed to be present throughout any meeting of the unit owners' association until adjourned if 3 persons, or persons entitled to cast more than 33 percent of the votes, whichever is greater, are present at the beginning of such meeting. This paragraph shall not apply if the condominium is comprised of time sharing interests. If a quorum is not met for an annual meeting, the board shall reschedule the meeting within 60 days and provide proper notice and proxies.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 660:30 — NH Code / Title LXIII / Chapter 660 / Section 30
660:30 Compensation.
Status: in_force

Each elector shall be paid $3; and each shall receive $.10 a mile for their travel to and from Concord. Also, the electors shall be allowed a reasonable sum, not to exceed $25, to pay for the services of a secretary.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 463:24 — NH Code / Title XLIV / Chapter 463 / Section 24
463:24 Purchase of Homestead for Minor.
Status: in_force

I. The court, on petition after notice, may authorize the guardian of the estate to purchase, with the minor's funds, real estate situated in the state as a home for the minor. II. The petition shall state the value of the minor's property and the license shall limit the sum to be expended for such homestead as the court may deem proper.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 204-C:63 — NH Code / Title XVII / Chapter 204-C / Section 63
204-C:63 Purpose.
Status: in_force

The purpose of this subdivision is to assist low and moderate income persons and families to purchase, rehabilitate, and improve housing.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 247:10 — NH Code / Title XX / Chapter 247 / Section 10
247:10 Stealing Rides.
Status: in_force

Whoever, without right, rides or attempts to ride upon a locomotive engine, tender, freight car, caboose or other conveyance not a part of a passenger train upon any railroad in this state shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 162-H:10-b — NH Code / Title XII / Chapter 162-H / Section 10-b
162-H:10-b Siting of High Pressure Gas Pipelines; Rulemaking; Intervention.
Status: in_force

I. To meet the objectives of this chapter, and with due regard to meeting the energy needs of the residents and businesses of New Hampshire, the general court finds that appropriately sited high pressure gas pipelines subject to committee approval have the potential to assist the state in accomplishing these goals. Accordingly, the general court finds that it is in the public interest for the site evaluation committee to establish criteria or standards governing the siting of high pressure gas pipelines in order to ensure that the potential benefits of such systems are appropriately considered and unreasonable adverse effects avoided through a comprehensive, transparent, and predictable process. When establishing any criteria, standard, or rule for a high pressure gas pipeline or when specifying the type of information that a high pressure gas pipeline applicant shall provide to the committee for its decision-making, the committee shall rely upon the best available evidence. II. For the adoption of rules, pursuant to RSA 541-A, relative to the siting of high pressure gas pipelines, the committee shall address the following: (a) Impacts to natural, scenic, recreational, visual, and cultural resources. (b) Health and safety impacts, including but not limited to, proximity to high pressure gas pipelines that could be mitigated by appropriate setbacks from any high pressure gas pipeline. (c) Project-related sound and vibration impact assessment prepared in accordance with professional standards by an expert in the field. (d) Impacts to the environment, air and water quality, plants, animals, and natural communities. (e) Site fire protection plan requirements. (f) Best practical measures to ensure quality construction that minimizes safety issues. (g) Best practical measures to avoid, minimize, or mitigate adverse effects. (h) Criteria to maintain property owners' ability to use and enjoy their property. III. As soon as practicable, but no later than one year from the effective date of this section, the committee shall adopt rules, pursuant to RSA 541-A, consistent with paragraphs I and II of this section. IV. The committee shall consider intervention in Federal Energy Regulatory Commission proceedings involving the siting of high pressure gas pipelines in order to protect the interest of the state of New Hampshire.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 498:11 — NH Code / Title LI / Chapter 498 / Section 11
498:11 Entry of Orders.
Status: in_force

Decrees and orders made by a justice, or by the court, when the clerk for the county in which the suit is pending is not in attendance shall be certified and forthwith transmitted, with the papers connected therewith, to the clerk, and be by him entered of record.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 6-A:6 — NH Code / Title I / Chapter 6-A / Section 6
6-A:6 Sale of Bonds.
Status: in_force

Bonds issued hereunder shall be sold by the state treasurer with the approval of the governor and council in such manner as the governor and council deem to be most advantageous to the state.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 115-A:4 — NH Code / Title VIII / Chapter 115-A / Section 4
115-A:4 Roster.
Status: in_force

The adjutant general shall from time to time prepare a roster of the names of residents of the state who have qualified for bonus payments under RSA 115-A:3, and shall certify the same and prepare a manifest to authorize the state treasurer to make payment from funds not otherwise appropriated. The governor is authorized to draw his warrant for said sums out of any money in the treasury not otherwise appropriated.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 660:22 — NH Code / Title LXIII / Chapter 660 / Section 22
660:22 Compensation.
Status: in_force

The party failing to sustain his right to a seat shall not be entitled to any compensation for his services or for any expenses he may have incurred in the contest therefor. However, any person who has received a certificate of election as representative or senator and who has taken his seat but who is unsuccessful in retaining it shall be paid for his mileage for the period during which he has served.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 546-A:11 — NH Code / Title LV / Chapter 546-A / Section 11
546-A:11 Uniformity of Interpretation.
Status: in_force

This chapter shall be so interpreted and construed as to effectuate its general purpose to make uniform the law of those states which enact it.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 417-B:2 — NH Code / Title XXXVII / Chapter 417-B / Section 2
417-B:2 Cancellation; Refusal to Write; Refusal to Renew; Insufficient Grounds.
Status: in_force

No insurer shall cancel or refuse to write or renew a policy of insurance insuring against any of the contingencies set forth in RSA 417-B:1 solely because of the age, residence, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, or lawful occupation, including the military service, of anyone who is or seeks to become insured or solely because another insurer has refused to write a policy, or has cancelled or has refused to renew an existing policy in which that person was the named insured.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 216-A:17 — NH Code / Title XIX / Chapter 216-A / Section 17
216-A:17 Applicability of Other Statutes.
Status: in_force

All provisions of RSA 216-F, multi-use statewide trail system, shall be applicable to the department for the purposes of carrying out this chapter.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 104:11 — NH Code / Title VII / Chapter 104 / Section 11
104:11 Liability for Fees.
Status: in_force

No attorney shall be personally liable to any sheriff, or other officer authorized to serve process, for his fees or expenses incurred in the service of any writ or other process placed in his hands for service, except upon an express contract to pay the fees and expenses thereon. But said officer shall have a right of action against the person suing out such process.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 151-G:2 — NH Code / Title XI / Chapter 151-G / Section 2
151-G:2 Duties.
Status: in_force

The commission shall review and analyze quality care issues including, but not limited to, medical errors, unexpected adverse outcomes, and near misses, and it shall propose changes that will improve health care. Sources of data may include, but are not limited to, reviews and reports currently required by or submitted to state or national regulatory and accrediting organizations.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 151:46 — NH Code / Title XI / Chapter 151 / Section 46
151:46 Applicability; Limitations; Discharge or Transfer of Patient Unaffected.
Status: in_force

I. Nothing in this subdivision shall be construed to create a private right of action against a hospital, a hospital employee, or a duly authorized agent of the hospital, or to otherwise supersede or replace existing rights or remedies under any other provision of law. II. Nothing in this subdivision shall be construed to interfere with the rights of an agent operating under a valid advance directive under RSA 137-J. III. Nothing in this subdivision shall delay medical care, or the discharge of a patient, or the transfer of a patient from a hospital to another facility.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 261:141-c — NH Code / Title XXI / Chapter 261 / Section 141-c
261:141-c Electric Vehicle Registration Fee to be Collected.
Status: in_force

I. Battery electric vehicles, as defined in RSA 236:132, I, shall be assessed a surcharge of $100 on annual registration, and plug-in hybrid vehicles, as defined in RSA 236:132, V shall be assessed a surcharged of $50, to be deposited in the highway fund. The department of safety, division of motor vehicles shall determine necessary procedures for determining vehicles subject to this surcharge. II. The division of motor vehicles and the department of transportation shall report annually on or before January 1 of each year to the New Hampshire transportation council, speaker, president, and chairs of house and senate transportation committees on the surcharge revenue.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 214:19 — NH Code / Title XVIII / Chapter 214 / Section 19
214:19 Revocation or Suspension for Conviction.
Status: in_force

I. The executive director may revoke or suspend the license of any person who has been found guilty in any court of a violation of any provision of this title or any rule or regulation of the executive director, or who has been found guilty in a superior or district division of a circuit court of a violation of RSA 163-B, RSA 635:2, or RSA 644:13. Such revocation or suspension shall not continue for more than one year from the date thereof, except for a conviction under RSA 208:8, in which case the revocation or suspension may be for a period not to exceed 5 years, or except for a conviction under RSA 208:1-a, in which case the revocation or suspension may be for a period not to exceed 2 years. II. The executive director shall revoke or suspend the license of any person who has been found guilty in any court a second time within 5 years of the first finding of guilt, of a violation of any such laws or regulations, for a period of not less than one, nor more than 3 years from the date of such finding or conviction. II-a. The executive director shall revoke or suspend the license of any person who has been found guilty in any court a third time within 7 years of the first finding of guilty of a violation of any such law or regulation, for a period of not less than one year nor more than 7 years from the date of such finding or conviction. III. The executive director shall revoke or suspend the license of any person convicted of committing aggravated felonious sexual assault, felonious sexual assault, or sexual assault pursuant to RSA 632-A:4, I(a) or (b), or any similar statute in any other state, which occurred while the person was engaged in any activity requiring the person to carry a license as required in RSA 214:1. The period of revocation or suspension under this paragraph for any felony conviction shall be not less than 10 years and not more than life. The period of revocation or suspension under this paragraph for any misdemeanor conviction that is a first offense shall be not less than 5 years and not more than life. The period of suspension under this paragraph for any second or subsequent misdemeanor conviction shall be not less than 10 years and not more than life.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 15:4 — NH Code / Title I / Chapter 15 / Section 4
15:4 Registration Fee.
Status: in_force

The fee for registration as a lobbyist under RSA 15:1 for any one year shall be $50 for each person lobbying for each reported client or employer. A fee shall be paid for each individual who acts as a lobbyist for each client or employer regardless of his or her affiliation with any other registered lobbyist.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 417:15 — NH Code / Title XXXVII / Chapter 417 / Section 15
417:15 Failure to Obey Subpoena.
Status: in_force

In case of refusal of any person to comply with any subpoena issued under this chapter or to testify to any matter to which such person may be lawfully interrogated, the superior court of Merrimack county or the county where said party resides on application of the commissioner may issue an order requiring such person to comply with such subpoena and to testify. Any failure to obey such order of the court may be punished by the court as contempt of court.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 186:6-a — NH Code / Title XV / Chapter 186 / Section 6-a
186:6-a Limitation of Education.
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the authority of the state department of education shall be limited to the problems associated with kindergarten and grades one through 12, provided, however, that the state board of education shall be authorized to accept, distribute and supervise funds for pre-kindergarten programs.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 228-A:2 — NH Code / Title XX / Chapter 228-A / Section 2
228-A:2 Issuance of Revenue Bonds.
Status: in_force

The state may issue bonds under this chapter to be known as "federal highway grant anticipation bonds." The bonds may be issued from time to time for the purpose of financing project costs related to the widening of Interstate 93 from Manchester to the Massachusetts border and any other federally aided highway project hereafter authorized by the general court to be financed under this chapter. Bonds issued hereunder shall be special obligations of the state and the principal of, premium, if any, and interest on all bonds shall be payable solely from the particular funds provided therefor under this chapter. The issuing of bonds shall be contingent upon the availability of sufficient anticipated federal aid over the term of the bonds. The bonds shall be issued by the treasurer in such amounts as the fiscal committee of the general court and the governor and council shall determine, and shall not exceed $490,000,000. Debt service for federal highway grant anticipation bonds (GARVEE bonds) for the projects shall be paid from a portion of future federal funds. Bonds of each issue shall be dated, shall bear interest at such rate or rates, including rates variable from time to time as determined by such index, banker's loan rate, or other method as may be determined by the treasurer, and shall mature at such time or times as may be determined by the treasurer, except that no bond shall mature more than 15 years from the date of its issue. Bonds may be made redeemable before maturity either at the option of the state or at the option of the holder, or on the occurrence of specified events, at such price or prices and under such terms and conditions as may be fixed by the treasurer prior to the issue of bonds. The treasurer shall determine the form and details of bonds. Subject to RSA 93-A, the bonds shall be signed by the treasurer and countersigned by the governor. The bonds may be sold in such manner, either at public or private sale, for such price, including above or below par value, at such rate or rates of interest, or at such discount in lieu of interest, as the treasurer may determine.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 417-C:1 — NH Code / Title XXXVII / Chapter 417-C / Section 1
417-C:1 Grounds for Cancellation.
Status: in_force

I. A notice of cancellation of a policy, to which RSA 417-C:2 applies, shall be effective only if it is based on one or more of the following reasons: (a) Nonpayment of a premium, including nonpayment of any additional premiums due from an audit conducted in accordance with law for the prior policy term; or (b) Fraud or material misrepresentation affecting the policy or in the presentation of a claim thereunder, or violation of any of the terms or conditions of the policy; or (c) A change in the risk that substantially increases a hazard insured against after insurance coverage has been issued or renewed. II. An insurer shall cancel a policy at the specific request of the insured subject to contractual notice provisions not to exceed 10 days. III. Paragraph I shall not apply to any policy or coverage which has been in effect less than 60 days at the time notice of cancellation is mailed or delivered by the insurer unless it is a renewal policy. IV. This section shall not apply to nonrenewal.