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N.H. Rev. Stat. § 461-B:8 — NH Code / Title XLIII / Chapter 461-B / Section 8
461-B:8 Disposition.
Status: in_force

I. Limited emancipation may be granted only if the court has found: (a) Limited emancipation is in the minor's best interest; (b) The minor desires limited emancipation; (c) The minor has lived separate and apart from his or her parents or legal guardian for 3 months or longer; (d) The minor has demonstrated the ability to be self-sufficient in his or her financial and personal affairs, including proof of employment or other means of support. "Other means of support" shall not include receipt of Temporary Assistance to Needy Families or municipal general assistance; (e) The minor has graduated or will continue to diligently pursue graduation from high school or a high school equivalency certificate; and (f) There exists no public interest compelling denial of limited emancipation. II. If it is considered necessary by the court, the minor shall participate in periodic counseling with an appropriate advisor of the minor's choosing. III. An order of limited emancipation shall specifically set forth in writing the rights and responsibilities that are being conferred upon the minor. These may include but are not limited to one or more of the following: (a) The right to live independently. (b) The right to live in housing of the minor's choice. (c) The right to directly receive and expend money to which the minor is entitled and to conduct the minor's own financial affairs. (d) The right to enter into contractual agreements and incur debts. (e) The right to consent to medical psychiatric, education, and social services. (f) The right to obtain a license to operate equipment or perform a service. (g) The right to enlist in the military. IV. An order of limited emancipation may include a provision requiring that the youth make periodic reports to the court. V. An emancipated minor shall not be considered an adult for: (a) Constitutional and statutory age requirements regarding voting, use and possession of tobacco and alcoholic beverages, possession of firearms, gambling, or other health and safety regulations relevant to the minor because of the minor's age; or (b) Purposes of the adult criminal laws except cases transferred to the superior court pursuant to RSA 169-B:24. VI. An emancipated minor with the enumerated right to live independently shall not be considered a minor child pursuant to RSA 173-B.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 401-B:7 — NH Code / Title XXXVII / Chapter 401-B / Section 7
401-B:7 Supervisory Colleges.
Status: in_force

I. Power of Commissioner. With respect to any insurer registered under RSA 401-B:4, and in accordance with paragraph III, the commissioner shall also have the power to participate in a supervisory college for any domestic insurer that is part of an insurance holding company system with international operations in order to determine compliance by the insurer with this chapter. The powers of the commissioner with respect to supervisory colleges include, but are not limited to, the following: (a) Initiating the establishment of a supervisory college; (b) Clarifying the membership and participation of other supervisors in the supervisory college; (c) Clarifying the functions of the supervisory college and the role of other regulators, including the establishment of a group-wide supervisor; (d) Coordinating the ongoing activities of the supervisory college, including planning meetings, supervisory activities, and processes for information sharing; and (e) Establishing a crisis management plan. II. Expenses. Each registered insurer subject to this section shall be liable for and shall pay the reasonable expenses of the commissioner's participation in a supervisory college in accordance with paragraph III, including reasonable travel expenses. For purposes of this section, a supervisory college may be convened as either a temporary or permanent forum for communication and cooperation between the regulators charged with the supervision of the insurer or its affiliates, and the commissioner may establish a regular assessment to the insurer for the payment of these expenses. III. Supervisory College. In order to assess the business strategy, financial position, legal and regulatory position, risk exposure, risk management and governance processes, and as part of the examination of individual insurers in accordance with RSA 401-B:6, the commissioner may participate in a supervisory college with other regulators charged with supervision of the insurer or its affiliates, including other state, federal, and international regulatory agencies. The commissioner may enter into agreements in accordance with RSA 401-B:8, III providing the basis for cooperation between the commissioner and the other regulatory agencies, and the activities of the supervisory college. Nothing in this section shall delegate to the supervisory college the authority of the commissioner to regulate or supervise the insurer or its affiliates within its jurisdiction.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 211:7 — NH Code / Title XVIII / Chapter 211 / Section 7
211:7 Poison; Explosive.
Status: in_force

No person shall take any fish by the use of any poisonous, stupefying or explosive substance. Possession of any such substance by any person on the waters, shores, or islands of this state, except for mining or mechanical purposes, shall be prima facie evidence that the same is possessed for use in violation of the provisions of this section.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 236:53 — NH Code / Title XX / Chapter 236 / Section 53
236:53 Penalty.
Status: in_force

Any person who violates any provision of this subdivision or RSA 236:54 hereof or the requirements or provisions of permits thereunder, shall be guilty of a violation if a natural person, or guilty of a misdemeanor if any other person, and shall cease operation of any offending establishment pending fulfillment of requirements and special provisions.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 482:76 — NH Code / Title L / Chapter 482 / Section 76
482:76 Projects Tax Exempt.
Status: in_force

All property and rights acquired by the department for projects in cooperation with federal agencies as provided for under Public Law 566 and pursuant to RSA 482:75 which are nonrevenue-producing shall be exempt from all taxation and shall not be subject to the provisions of RSA 481:14.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 284:3-a — NH Code / Title XXIV / Chapter 284 / Section 3-a
284:3-a Investigation and Compliance Division.
Status: in_force

I. There shall be contained within the lottery commission an investigation and compliance division. The division shall perform such functions as the lottery commission may determine is necessary in relation to enforcement, including the investigation of all licensees, and proposed licensees, under this chapter and RSA 287-D. II. The division shall have such civil and administrative powers as are necessary to effectuate the purposes of this chapter and RSA 287-D, including the power to receive intelligence on an applicant or licensee under this chapter and under RSA 287-D and to investigate any suspected violations of this chapter or RSA 287-D or any suspected violations of illegal gambling. III. To further effectuate the purposes of this chapter and RSA 287-D with respect to the investigation and enforcement of gaming establishments and licensees, the division may obtain or provide pertinent information regarding applicants or licensees from or to law enforcement entities or gaming authorities and other domestic, federal or foreign jurisdictions, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and may transmit such information to each other electronically. IV. In addition to fines and penalties as set forth in this chapter and RSA 287-D, the division may file a petition for equity relief with the superior court seeking to levy upon any person or entity who meets the requirements for enhanced penalties as defined in administrative rule, a civil penalty in an amount not to exceed $50,000 per violation, along with any other injunctive relief deemed necessary by the court. The proceeds of any civil penalty levied pursuant to this section shall be deposited in the special fund established in RSA 284:21-j.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 362:3-b — NH Code / Title XXXIV / Chapter 362 / Section 3-b
362:3-b Shared Tenant Services.
Status: in_force

Authorized providers of shared tenant services as defined in RSA 374:22-k shall not be deemed to be telecommunications carriers within the meaning of the Communications Act of 1934 or public utilities within the meaning of this title.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 284:21-jj — NH Code / Title XXIV / Chapter 284 / Section 21-jj
284:21-jj Lottery Commission Funds.
Status: in_force

I. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, in order to allow the lottery commission to efficiently handle its funds, the commission is authorized to have service fees paid to banks and sales outlets deducted from lottery receipts and, with the approval of governor and council, to have prizes paid by sales outlets from lottery receipts so long as full accountability is assured. The commission is authorized to enter into agreements with banks as to the charges for services rendered. Lottery funds shall be deposited in commercial banks throughout the state. These funds shall be transferred on a weekly basis to the state treasurer. II. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, in order to allow the lottery commission to efficiently distribute instant tickets, the commission may have instant ticket delivery fees deducted from lottery receipts. The commission is authorized to enter into agreements or contracts with third parties for instant ticket delivery service. Such agreements or contracts shall have the prior approval of governor and council.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 412-A:3 — NH Code / Title XXXVII / Chapter 412-A / Section 3
412-A:3 Penalties.
Status: in_force

Any insurer willfully violating any of the provisions of this chapter may be fined not more than $500. The commissioner may suspend or revoke the license of any insurer or organization for any violation of this chapter or the failure to comply with an order of the commissioner, issued under this chapter.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 482-A:13 — NH Code / Title L / Chapter 482-A / Section 13
482-A:13 Administrative Fine.
Status: in_force

The commissioner, after notice and hearing in accordance with the procedures set forth in RSA 541-A, is empowered to impose an administrative fine of up to $5,000 for each violation, irrespective of the duration of violation, upon any person who violates any provision of this chapter. This fine is appealable under RSA 541. Any administrative fine imposed under this section will not preclude the imposition of further penalties under this chapter. The proceeds of administrative fines levied pursuant to this section shall be placed in the nonlapsing fund authorized in RSA 482-A:14, III.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 318:47-g — NH Code / Title XXX / Chapter 318 / Section 47-g
318:47-g Patient Assistance Program.
Status: in_force

I. Following the close of each calendar year, any clearinghouse that provides information to New Hampshire residents about pharmaceutical manufacturers' patient assistance programs shall, to the extent that the clearinghouse collects such information, provide aggregate information to the commissioner of the department of health and human services relative to either: (a) The number of people in New Hampshire who may qualify for any manufacturer or government program during the calendar year; or (b) The number of patients served during the calendar year. II. An individual company may provide additional information about the individual company's patient assistance program; however, the commissioner shall combine all information from all sources, including individual companies and the clearinghouse, and shall report only aggregate information to the public.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 478:2 — NH Code / Title XLVIII / Chapter 478 / Section 2
478:2 Deputy Registers.
Status: in_force

Registers of deeds may appoint deputies to perform the duties of their offices in cases of sickness or the temporary absence of the officer making the appointment. The appointment shall be made in writing, shall be approved by the bondsmen of the officer appointing and by the county commissioners, and shall be for a length of time not exceeding 2 years. The register of deeds shall be held responsible for any neglect or official misconduct of his deputies. The deputy shall be qualified in the same manner as the officer appointing him. The salaries of the deputies shall be paid by the county.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 261:75-a — NH Code / Title XXI / Chapter 261 / Section 75-a
261:75-a Number Plate Checks by Law Enforcement.
Status: in_force

A duly sworn state, county, or local law enforcement officer in the performance of his or her duties may obtain, through electronic query from the department of safety, the registration information on a particular number plate and plate type or number plate validation decal for any official purpose, whether the inquiry relates to a particular offense or is for general crime detection and prevention purposes, provided a record is kept regarding such inquiry. The information so obtained shall only be used for valid law enforcement purposes and shall not be disclosed to any unauthorized person for any purpose. The commissioner of safety may further limit the release of such information at his or her discretion.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 534:21 — NH Code / Title LV / Chapter 534 / Section 21
534:21 Hearing.
Status: in_force

Whenever any person is brought before a court or any justice thereof as aforesaid the court or justice shall, within three days thereafter, examine the causes of detention.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 126-A:15 — NH Code / Title X / Chapter 126-A / Section 15
126-A:15 Duties of Oversight Committee.
Status: repealed

I. The committee shall provide legislative oversight of and informational meetings on the programs, policies, and rules of the department as brought to its attention by committee members, legislators, department personnel, or others. The committee shall monitor the efficiency of operation and the quality of service provided by the department's programs. The committee's work may include, but is not limited to, analyzing the efficacy of selected programs, studying the characteristics of target populations, researching trends affecting program costs and participation, and reviewing alternate approaches to programmatic and administrative concerns. The committee may make recommendations to the commissioner and recommendations for legislation as indicated by its findings. The committee shall maintain communications with the department, and any other departments, as necessary to accomplish its work. II. The oversight committee shall create subcommittees, councils, task forces, or other ancillary bodies as necessary to implement its responsibilities. In developing these bodies, the committee shall take into account major program areas of the department and populations served by the department, such as public health, behavioral health, developmental disabilities, and elderly and adult services. The authorization for each such body shall be repealed on December 31 of the even-numbered year of the biennium. The committee shall: (a) Establish specific guidelines or outcomes for each such body, including reporting requirements. (b) Appoint members to each such body, including at least one legislator and, as appropriate, other members as determined by the expertise necessary to accomplish the work of the body. Legislative members need not be a member of the oversight committee. (c) Appoint a chair of each such body, who shall be a legislator and who shall act as the liaison between the body and the oversight committee. III. Directly or through an ancillary body, the oversight committee shall review quarterly the allocation of funds to and receipt of services by persons with developmental disabilities and acquired brain disorders, to assure that eligible persons receive services in a timely manner and in accordance with their needs as provided in RSA 171-A. IV. Directly or through an ancillary body, the oversight committee shall serve as the legislative liaison for the state commission on aging, established under RSA 19-P:1, and shall consider the major problems facing elderly citizens. V. The committee shall meet at the call of the chair but in no case less than every 2 months. VI. The committee shall make a report no later than the first day of November of the second year of the biennium as to its activities and recommendations to the speaker of the house of representatives and the president of the senate.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 159:26 — NH Code / Title XII / Chapter 159 / Section 26
159:26 Firearms, Ammunition, and Knives; Authority of the State.
Status: in_force

I. To the extent consistent with federal law, the state of New Hampshire shall have authority and jurisdiction over the sale, purchase, ownership, use, possession, transportation, licensing, permitting, taxation, or other matter pertaining to firearms, firearms components, ammunition, firearms supplies, or knives in the state. Except as otherwise specifically provided by statute, no ordinance or regulation of a political subdivision may regulate the sale, purchase, ownership, use, possession, transportation, licensing, permitting, taxation, or other matter pertaining to firearms, firearms components, ammunition, or firearms supplies in the state. Nothing in this section shall be construed as affecting a political subdivision's right to adopt zoning ordinances for the purpose of regulating firearms or knives businesses in the same manner as other businesses or to take any action allowed under RSA 207:59. II. Upon the effective date of this section, all municipal ordinances and regulations not authorized under paragraph I relative to the sale, purchase, ownership, use, possession, transportation, licensing, permitting, taxation, or other matter pertaining to firearms, firearm components, ammunition, firearms supplies, or knives shall be null and void.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 214:29-a — NH Code / Title XVIII / Chapter 214 / Section 29-a
214:29-a Taxidermy.
Status: in_force

The executive director may grant licenses which may be revoked or suspended at any time to any person desiring to practice taxidermy, as defined under general provisions, RSA 207:1, XXVII-a. The executive director shall adopt rules under RSA 541-A relative to the fee for a taxidermy permit, and the conditions, qualifications, and other criteria under which a taxidermy permit shall be granted.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 162-A:22 — NH Code / Title XII / Chapter 162-A / Section 22
162-A:22 Unified Contingent Credit Limit.
Status: in_force

The total amount of state guarantees in force under RSA 162-A:7-a, RSA 162-A:8, RSA 162-A:10, III, RSA 162-A:13, RSA 162-A:13-a, RSA 162-A:17, and RSA 162-I:9-b shall not exceed in the aggregate at any time $50,000,000 plus interest, provided that such amount shall be increased to $80,000,000 plus interest on January 1, 1993, to $95,000,000 plus interest on January 1, 1994, and to $115,000,000 plus interest on May 1, 2015, and to $200,000,000 plus interest on June 1, 2023.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 75:9 — NH Code / Title V / Chapter 75 / Section 9
75:9 Separate Tracts.
Status: in_force

Whenever it shall appear to the selectmen or assessors that 2 or more tracts of land which do not adjoin or are situated so as to become separate estates have the same owner, they shall appraise and describe each tract separately and cause such appraisal and description to appear in their inventory. In determining whether or not contiguous tracts are separate estates, the selectmen or assessors shall give due regard to whether the tracts can legally be transferred separately under the provisions of the subdivision laws including RSA 676:18, RSA 674:37-a, and RSA 674:39-a.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 204-C:24 — NH Code / Title XVII / Chapter 204-C / Section 24
204-C:24 Tenants and Operations.
Status: in_force

With respect to mortgage loans made by the authority under RSA 204-C:15, before making a loan commitment for multi-family housing, the authority shall approve a tenant or owner selection plan submitted by the eligible mortgagor. The authority shall make and publish rules from time to time governing the terms of such tenant or owner selection plans. Such plans shall include criteria for tenant or owner selection which establish income limits for eligible persons and families in accordance with rules of the authority, but which may vary with the size and circumstances of such person or family. Tenant or owner selection plans shall provide that as between applicants equally in need and eligible for occupancy of a unit, preference shall be given to persons displaced by public action or natural disaster, pursuant to such rules as the authority may adopt.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 227-G:5-a — NH Code / Title XIX-A / Chapter 227-G / Section 5-a
227-G:5-a Fines.
Status: in_force

I. The commissioner shall recommend a uniform fine schedule for any forestry law violation, which shall be submitted to the supreme court for its use under RSA 502-A:19-b, V. II. Any person charged with a violation of any provision of title XIX-A, excluding any offense for which the penalty is a misdemeanor or felony, may plead guilty or nolo contendere by mail by entering a plea as provided in RSA 502-A:19-b. If the plea is accepted by the court, the defendant shall not be required to appear. III. Unless otherwise provided by law, any person who violates any rule adopted under RSA 227-G:4 shall be guilty of a violation.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 563-B:3 — NH Code / Title LVI / Chapter 563-B / Section 3
563-B:3 Definitions.
Status: in_force

For purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply: (a) "Disclaimant" means the person to whom a disclaimed interest or power would have passed had the disclaimer not been made. (b) "Disclaimed interest" means the interest that would have passed to the disclaimant had the disclaimer not been made. (c) "Disclaimer" means the refusal to accept an interest in or power over property. (d) "Fiduciary" means a personal representative, administrator, trustee, agent acting under a power of attorney, or other person authorized to act as a fiduciary with respect to the property of another person. (e) "Jointly held property" means property held in the name of 2 or more persons under an arrangement in which all holders have concurrent interests and under which the last surviving holder is entitled to the whole of the property. (f) "Person" means an individual, corporation, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, limited liability company, association, joint venture, government, governmental subdivision, agency, or instrumentality; public corporation, or any other legal or commercial entity. (g) "State" means a state of the United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, or any territory or insular possession subject to the jurisdiction of the United States. The term includes an Indian tribe or band, or Alaskan native village, recognized by federal law or formally acknowledged by a state. (h) "Trust" shall have the same meaning as described in RSA 564-B.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 154:21 — NH Code / Title XII / Chapter 154 / Section 21
154:21 Neglect; Penalty.
Status: in_force

If the repairs or alterations are not made within 5 days after notice as provided in RSA 154:20, unless upon application to the firewards or engineers an extension has been granted for reasonable cause, the owner or occupant so notified shall be guilty of a violation for each day's neglect, and shall be liable to the owner of any building or property consumed by fire, communicated from such dangerous building, for the damages suffered by the owner.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 460:15 — NH Code / Title XLIII / Chapter 460 / Section 15
460:15 Custody of Children.
Status: in_force

No person shall take from the custody of such wife any minor child of the marriage residing with her, or remove the child from this state against the consent of the mother.