HB1238

Relative to the penalties for the offense of disobeying an officer.

Introduced·12/1/25
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New Hampshire HB1238 amends penalties for disobeying an officer, including license suspension and felony charges for certain violations.

New Hampshire HB1238 modifies the penalties for disobeying an officer by amending RSA 265:4. It specifies that a person violating certain provisions may have their driver's license or vehicle registration suspended. Additionally, it introduces a class A misdemeanor for specific violations and a class B felony for violations involving a motor vehicle accident causing serious bodily injury. If the violation results in death, it escalates to a class A felony. The changes take effect on January 1, 2027.

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Calendar

Feb 13

1:30 PM

Criminal Justice and Public Safety Executive Session

Jan 29

1:30 PM

Criminal Justice and Public Safety Public Hearing

History

Mar 5

House

Ought to Pass: Motion Failed DV 155-194 03/05/2026 House Journal 6 P. 47

Mar 5

House

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/05/2026 House Journal 6 P. 47

Feb 24

House

Executive Session: 02/13/2026 01:30 pm GP 159