New Hampshire HB1045 amends illegal night hunting laws, prohibiting the use of artificial lights for hunting between 30 minutes after sunset and 30.

New Hampshire HB1045 amends the illegal night hunting laws by specifying that it is a misdemeanor to knowingly hunt wild birds or animals between 30 minutes after sunset and 30 minutes before sunrise, except as authorized by fish and game rules. It also prohibits using artificial lights for hunting purposes during these hours. Exceptions include legitimate agricultural activities, utility work, property use with permission, and normal driving behavior. Convicted individuals must forfeit their hunting equipment. The changes take effect on January 1, 2027.

New Hampshire HB1045 amends illegal night hunting laws, prohibiting the use of artificial lights for hunting between 30 minutes after sunset and 30.

New Hampshire HB1045 amends the illegal night hunting laws by specifying that it is a misdemeanor to knowingly hunt wild birds or animals between 30 minutes after sunset and 30 minutes before sunrise, except as authorized by fish and game rules. It also prohibits using artificial lights for hunting purposes during these hours. Exceptions include legitimate agricultural activities, utility work, property use with permission, and normal driving behavior. Convicted individuals must forfeit their hunting equipment. The changes take effect on January 1, 2027.