HB1687 removes the family division's authority to make criminal determinations, judgments, and penalties.

HB1687 amends RSA 490-D to restrict the judicial branch family division's jurisdiction. It prohibits the family division from making criminal determinations, entering criminal judgments, or imposing criminal penalties. Instead, these powers are reserved for the superior court. This change takes effect on January 1, 2027.

HB1687 removes the family division's authority to make criminal determinations, judgments, and penalties.

HB1687 amends RSA 490-D to restrict the judicial branch family division's jurisdiction. It prohibits the family division from making criminal determinations, entering criminal judgments, or imposing criminal penalties. Instead, these powers are reserved for the superior court. This change takes effect on January 1, 2027.