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N.H. Rev. Stat. § 205-A:1 — NH Code / Title XVII / Chapter 205-A / Section 1
205-A:1 Definitions.
Status: in_force

As used solely in this chapter unless the context specifically requires otherwise: I. "Manufactured housing" includes, but is not limited to, manufactured housing as defined by RSA 674:31, and also includes any prefabricated dwelling unit which: (a) Is designed for long term and continuous residential occupancy; (b) Is designed to be moved on wheels, as a whole or in sections; and (c) On arrival on the site, is complete and ready for occupancy, except for incidental unpacking, assembly, connection with utilities, and placing on support or permanent structure. Nothing herein shall be construed to include campers or recreational vehicles within the definition of "manufactured housing". II. "Manufactured housing park" means any parcel of land under single or common ownership or control which contains, or is designed, laid out or adapted to accommodate 2 or more manufactured houses. Nothing herein shall be construed to apply to premises used solely for storage or display of manufactured housing. III. "Person" means any natural person, corporation, partnership, or sole proprietorship. IV. "Tenant" means any person who owns or occupies manufactured housing and pays rent or other consideration to place said manufactured housing in a manufactured housing park. V. "Manufactured housing park owner" means the person holding title to the manufactured housing park to be sold. VI. "Family member" includes the owner's spouse, son, daughter, mother, father, brother, sister, grandson, granddaughter, stepchildren, stepgrand-children, or first cousins. VII. "Final unconditional offer" means a fully executed agreement for the sale of a manufactured housing park.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 318-C:18 — NH Code / Title XXX / Chapter 318-C / Section 18
318-C:18 Severability.
Status: in_force

If any provision of this chapter or the application of any provision to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the remainder of this chapter and the application of such provision to any other person or circumstance shall not be affected by that invalidation.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 21-J:38 — NH Code / Title I / Chapter 21-J / Section 38
21-J:38 Transferee Liability.
Status: in_force

The liability, at law or in equity, of a transferee of property of a taxpayer for any tax administered by the department and any addition to tax, penalty or interest with respect to such tax, shall be assessed, paid and collected in the same manner and subject to the same provisions and limitations as in the case of the tax to which the liability relates, except as otherwise provided in this chapter. Transferee liability shall arise in cases in which the transfer is without adequate consideration, would render the transferor insolvent, or would render the transferor without sufficient property in New Hampshire to cover the amount of his tax liability. The term "transferee" includes, but is not limited to, donee, heir, legatee, devisee and distributee. If any person is deceased, the period of limitation for assessment against such person shall be the period that would be in effect had death not occurred.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 19-A:12 — NH Code / Title I / Chapter 19-A / Section 12
19-A:12 Placement of Other Works of Art.
Status: in_force

Nothing in this subdivision shall be construed to preclude the placement of works of art in state buildings or facilities other than those placed pursuant to this subdivision.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 270:121 — NH Code / Title XXII / Chapter 270 / Section 121
270:121 Piscataquog River.
Status: in_force

No person shall use or operate any powerboat in excess of 40 miles per hour 1/2 hour before sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset or in excess of headway speed from dusk to dawn on the Piscataquog River in the town of Goffstown and the city of Manchester. Any person who violates the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a violation.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 167:2-b — NH Code / Title XII / Chapter 167 / Section 2-b
167:2-b Employment of Relatives of Persons Receiving Public Welfare Assistance.
Status: in_force

No person who is otherwise eligible for public assistance based on financial need shall receive public welfare assistance from the state unless and until all able-bodied adult persons, under the age of 65 years, except those regularly attending school, related to such person, and regularly residing in the same household as such person, and legally liable to contribute to the support of such person and not prevented from maintaining employment and contributing to the support of such person by reason of physical or mental disability or other substantial or other justifiable cause, are employed on a full-time basis. The amount or amounts earned by the persons obliged to maintain employment hereunder shall be taken into consideration in determining the level of need for public assistance. Nothing in this section shall be so construed to deny to any minor dependent child any needed public assistance to which he or she would be otherwise entitled. Unrelated adult persons living in the same household in loco parentis as to any such person seeking public assistance shall be obliged to contribute to his or her support to the same extent as the parent of such person, and in default thereof, shall be subject to the same penalties as the parent of such person would be in such case. If anything in this section conflicts with federal law or regulation related thereto, the federal law or regulation shall take precedence.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 608:9 — NH Code / Title LIX / Chapter 608 / Section 9
608:9 Order on View.
Status: in_force

A person who, in the presence of a court or justice, makes an affray, threatens to kill or beat another or to commit any violence or outrage to person or property, or who contends with hot and angry words to the disturbance of the peace, may be ordered, without process or any other proof, to recognize for keeping the peace and being of good behavior for a term not exceeding 3 months, and to stand committed until the order is complied with.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 178:14 — NH Code / Title XIII / Chapter 178 / Section 14
178:14 Carrier Licenses.
Status: in_force

I. A carrier license shall authorize the licensee to transport and deliver beverage and liquor within this state and to pick up from the holder of a rectifier license or a beverage, liquor, or wine manufacturer license for delivery outside the state. II. A copy of the carrier license shall be carried in each vehicle used to transport beverage or liquor. III. A licensed carrier shall not transport any liquor, wine, or beverage that has been identified by the commission as originating from a person who does not hold a valid New Hampshire direct shipper permit, provided that such identification has first been provided to and received by the licensed carrier in writing. The commission shall notify carriers by mail on a monthly basis of the identity of unauthorized shippers, which notification shall be effective 15 days after such mailing. The commission may impose a fine by rule for violations within the reporting month per shipper. IV. A licensed carrier shall authorize the licensee to pick up, transport, and deliver beer and alcoholic beverages from a business holding a direct to consumer shipping permit as provided in RSA 178:27-b.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 464-A:3 — NH Code / Title XLIV / Chapter 464-A / Section 3
464-A:3 Jurisdiction and Venue.
Status: in_force

I. The probate court shall have exclusive jurisdiction over the appointment of a guardian of the person or of the estate or of both of any incapacitated person. II. (a) Except as provided in RSA 464-A:25, I(a), venue for guardianship proceedings for a proposed ward is in the county where the proposed ward resides, or the county in which the proposed ward is physically present when the proceedings are commenced. (b) If the proposed ward is admitted to an institution pursuant to an order of a court of competent jurisdiction, or is a resident of an institution for a period of at least one year, venue is also in the county in which that institution is located. (c) In proceedings to create a guardianship of the estate containing real property, venue may also be in a county in which the real property, or a portion thereof, of the proposed ward is located.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 383-E:4-405 — NH Code / Title XXXV / Chapter 383-E / Section 4-405
383-E:4-405 Corporate Securities.
Status: in_force

The following described securities are legal investments: (a) Obligations in the form of bonds and notes issued, assumed, or guaranteed by entities incorporated in the United States of America. The obligations shall be among the 3 highest ratings of any NRSRO. Convertible bonds of a lesser rating will be legal if the common stock would otherwise qualify. (b) All preferred stocks issued, assumed or guaranteed by entities incorporated in the United States. The obligations shall be rated among the 3 highest ratings of any NRSRO. (c) The common stock or senior securities convertible into common stock of entities incorporated in the United States of America provided: (1) The stock is listed on an exchange and is ranked among the 3 highest ratings of any NRSRO. (2) At the time of purchase, any common stock investment under this section when added to the book value of all other common stock securities presently owned of the same entity shall not exceed 5 percent of a credit union's capital funds. (d) The bonds and notes issued, assumed or guaranteed by any entity organized under the laws of this state or carrying on its principal manufacturing within this state, provided that: (1) The entity shall have, at the date of investment, a net worth of at least $1,000,000; and (2) In at least 4 of the 5 years next preceding the date of investment, the net income available for interest plus the federal income tax of the entity shall have been not less than twice the interest on its obligations. (e) The dividend-paying capital stock of any entity organized under the laws of this state or carrying on its principal manufacturing within this state, provided: (1) All securities, if any, senior to such stock are legal investments hereunder, and the entity shall have at the date of such investment a net worth of at least $1,000,000. (2) In at least 4 of the 5 years next preceding the date of investment, the entity shall have earned net income available for dividends on the entire outstanding issue of the stock in question of not less than 4 percent on the par or stated value of such stock. (3) No credit union shall hold more than 5 percent of the outstanding stock of any entity.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 669:55 — NH Code / Title LXIII / Chapter 669 / Section 55
669:55 Ballots.
Status: in_force

In the election of officers by unofficial ballot, the town clerk shall prepare and provide to the moderator pieces of white paper of uniform size and weight to be used as ballots; provided, however, that if more than one ballot is used during any town election, each ballot shall be of a different color than any other ballot used at the election. The ballots may, at the discretion of the clerk, have printed on them the names of the offices to be elected, such as "For Selectman," or "For Town Treasurer." However, no names of candidates shall be printed on the unofficial ballots.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 383-A:4-402 — NH Code / Title XXXV / Chapter 383-A / Section 4-402
383-A:4-402 Capital Maintenance.
Status: in_force

After it is organized, a state bank shall maintain a minimum level of capital required by the commissioner to operate in a safe and sound manner based upon his or her examination of the bank. The commissioner may require any state bank to increase its capital from time to time as may be necessary for its safe and sound operation. A board of directors may increase the capital of the state bank at any time and shall give notice to the commissioner of any increase within 30 days of receiving the additional capital. The board of directors of a state bank may not reduce its capital, unless it files an application for approval of the proposed change to the commissioner as provided in RSA 383-A:6-602 and it is permitted to do so by the commissioner.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 158:27 — NH Code / Title XII / Chapter 158 / Section 27
158:27 Penalty.
Status: in_force

Any person who violates the provisions of RSA 158:26 shall be guilty of a violation if a natural person, or guilty of a misdemeanor if any other person.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 547:10 — NH Code / Title LVI / Chapter 547 / Section 10
547:10 Guardianship Proceedings.
Status: in_force

All proceedings in relation to the property or estate of a person under guardianship shall be had in the court of probate of the county in which the guardian was appointed.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 483-A:3 — NH Code / Title L / Chapter 483-A / Section 3
483-A:3 Program Established; Intent.
Status: in_force

There is established the New Hampshire lakes management and protection program within the department of environmental services. It is the intent of the legislature that the New Hampshire lakes management and protection program shall complement and reinforce existing state and federal water quality laws. It is also the intent of the legislature that, through said program, the scenic beauty and recreational potential of lakes shall be maintained or enhanced, that wildlife habitat shall be protected, that opportunity for public enjoyment of lake uses be ensured, and that littoral interests shall be respected.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 159:27 — NH Code / Title XII / Chapter 159 / Section 27
159:27 Stored Firearms in Vehicles.
Status: in_force

I. Any public or private employer that receives public funds from the federal or state government or any subdivision thereof, whether such funds are in the form of payment for contractual services, grants, or in any other form however denominated, and irrespective of the amount or level of such funding, or any agent of such an employer, shall not: (a) Prohibit an employee who may legally possess a firearm from storing a firearm or ammunition in the employee's vehicle while entering or exiting the employer's property or while the vehicle is parked on the employer's property as long as the vehicle is locked, and the firearm or ammunition is not visible. (b) Take any adverse action against any employee who stores a firearm or ammunition in accordance with this section. II. Any employer or agent of any employer is prohibited from requiring an employee to disclose whether or not the employee is storing a firearm or ammunition in the employee's vehicle, and no searches of the employee's vehicle for a firearm or ammunition may be undertaken except by a law enforcement officer pursuant to a warrant or pursuant to a recognized exception to the warrant requirement. III. An employer or an agent of an employer may not be held liable in any civil action for any damages for any economic loss, injury, or death resulting from or arising out of another person's actions involving a firearm or ammunition stored pursuant to this section, including, but not limited to, the theft of a firearm from an employee's vehicle, unless the employer or an agent of the employer intentionally solicited or procured the other person's injurious actions. IV. This section applies to the state or any municipality as an employer when the state or municipal employee's vehicle is on property owned or leased by the state or municipality. V. This section shall not be construed to authorize an employee to carry a firearm in any place where carrying a firearm is prohibited by law.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 231:1 — NH Code / Title XX / Chapter 231 / Section 1
231:1 Class IV, V and VI.
Status: in_force

All class IV highways not financed in whole or in part with federal aid highway funds, and class V and VI highways shall be laid out by the mayor and aldermen of the city, the selectmen of the town or the commissioners of a village district formed for the purpose of RSA 52:1, I(m) in which such highways are located, or by the superior court as hereinafter provided. In the case of a village district formed for the purpose of RSA 52:1, I(m), references in this title to "town" and "selectmen" shall be deemed to be references to "village district" and "village district commissioners", respectively.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 357-C:8 — NH Code / Title XXXI / Chapter 357-C / Section 8
357-C:8 Survivorship.
Status: in_force

I. Any designated family member of a deceased or incapacitated new motor vehicle dealer may succeed the dealer in the ownership or operation of the dealership under the existing franchise or distribution agreement provided the designated family member gives the manufacturer, distributor, factory branch or factory representative or importer of new motor vehicles written notice of his intention to succeed to the dealership within 120 days of the dealer's death or incapacity, and unless there exists good cause for refusal to honor such succession on the part of the manufacturer, factory branch, factory representative, distributor or importer. The manufacturer, distributor, factory branch or factory representative or importer may request, and the designated family member shall provide, upon request, personal and financial data that is reasonably necessary to determine whether the succession should be honored. II. If a manufacturer, distributor, factory branch, or factory representative or importer believes that good cause exists for refusing to honor the succession to the ownership and operation of a dealership by a family member of a deceased or incapacitated new motor vehicle dealer under the existing franchise agreement, the manufacturer, distributor, factory branch, or factory representative or importer may, within 30 days of receipt of notice of the designated family member's intent to succeed the dealer in the ownership and operation of the dealership, serve notice upon the designated family member of its refusal to honor the succession and of its intent to discontinue the existing franchise agreement with the dealership no sooner than 90 days from the date such notice is served. The required notice shall state the specific grounds for refusal to honor the succession. If notice of refusal and discontinuance is not timely served upon the family member, the franchise agreement shall continue in effect subject to termination only as otherwise permitted by this chapter. III. This chapter shall not preclude a new motor vehicle dealer from designating any person as his successor by written instrument filed with the manufacturer, distributor, factory branch, factory representative or importer.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 559:11 — NH Code / Title LVI / Chapter 559 / Section 11
559:11 Conveyance.
Status: in_force

The administrator, so authorized, having made oath and sold according to the terms of his license, may execute and deliver a valid conveyance of the estate to the purchaser.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 669:16 — NH Code / Title LXIII / Chapter 669 / Section 16
669:16 Optional Officers to be Elected by Ballot: Interim Officers.
Status: repealed

The town offices specified in this section shall, if established by a town, be filled by an election by ballot. Such an officer may not be elected by official ballot until the annual town election first following the establishment of the office. However, whenever a town votes to establish such an optional office, the town may also then vote to elect by unofficial ballot at the same meeting an officer to serve until the next annual town election. If a town then fails to elect such an officer by unofficial ballot, the office shall be deemed vacant and shall be filled as provided in RSA 669:61-669:75. This section applies to the following offices: I. Town clerk-tax collector (RSA 41:45-a). II. Constables or police officers for full-time duty (RSA 41:47). III. Trustees of trust fund (RSA 31:19-23). IV. Sewer commissioners (RSA 149-I:19). V. Tax collector for a 3-year term (RSA 41:2-b). VI. Town auditors (RSA 41:32-a). VI-a. [Repealed.] VII. Library trustees (RSA 202-A:6).
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 655:51 — NH Code / Title LXIII / Chapter 655 / Section 51
655:51 Certification of Delegates Selected.
Status: in_force

All delegates and their alternates selected by each candidate in the presidential primary shall file with the secretary of state the following certification: I, __________ , certify that my domicile is in ward __________ in the city (or town) of __________ , county of __________ , state of New Hampshire, and am a qualified voter therein; that I am a registered member of the __________ party; that, if selected, I shall serve as delegate or alternate to the national convention of the __________ party next to be held for the nomination of candidates of said party for president and vice-president of the United States. I further certify that, if selected as delegate or alternate delegate, I will attend such convention unless I shall be prevented by sickness or other occurrence over which I have no control. I pledge myself, if selected as delegate or alternate delegate to said convention, whenever I shall vote, to vote for the nomination of (inserting the name of any person) as the candidate for said party for president so long as he shall be a candidate before said convention.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 211:30 — NH Code / Title XVIII / Chapter 211 / Section 30
211:30 Mutilated Lobsters.
Status: in_force

The possession of lobsters, or parts thereof, alive or dead, cooked or uncooked, mutilated in such manner as to make accurate measurements as prescribed in this chapter impossible, shall be prima facie evidence that they are not of required legal length. Provided that this section shall not apply to: I. Hotels, restaurants, or individuals having in possession chopped lobster meat as provided in RSA 211:28 or lobster processed under a lobster tail permit in accordance with RSA 211:38-a. II. Uncooked shell-on lobster tails processed outside of New Hampshire and offered for sale in this state.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 80:52-b — NH Code / Title V / Chapter 80 / Section 52-b
80:52-b Checks Tendered in Payment of Taxes.
Status: in_force

I. If any person tenders a check for the payment of any taxes levied by the tax collector and the check is returned to the tax collector as uncollectible for any reason, such taxes shall be deemed not paid and the person tendering such check shall be subject to applicable tax delinquency penalties, protest and collection charges. II. If any person tenders a check for the payment of any taxes levied by the tax collector and the check is drawn on a foreign bank, the person tendering such check shall be subject to all applicable foreign check bank fees.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 405:58 — NH Code / Title XXXVII / Chapter 405 / Section 58
405:58 Exclusion of Companies.
Status: in_force

Whenever it shall appear to the commissioner of this state that any insurance company chartered by this state, and authorized by such commissioner in this state to engage in life, accident and health insurance business or any combination thereof, is refused permission to transact any such business or combination thereof within any state of the United States or within any foreign country, by the provisions of any law of such state or country which shall in terms prohibit, or shall be construed in such manner as to prohibit, such company from engaging in such business or combination thereof after such company has complied with all other laws of such state or foreign country the commissioner may cancel the authority of, or refuse a license to, every company organized by charter or under the laws of such other state or foreign country to do any of the kinds of business above mentioned in this state, and may refuse a certificate of authority to every such company thereafter applying to him for authority to do any such business in this state, so long as such New Hampshire company shall be refused permission to transact any such business or combination thereof in such other state or foreign country.