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NH · HB1279FINAL · 9 COSPONSORS

Relative to the use of physical force in defense of a person.

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Plain-English Summary

This bill changes when a person can use physical force to defend themselves or others if someone is likely to commit a felony. It also allows doctors, physician associates, or advanced practice registered nurses to order seclusion or restraint during a personal safety emergency at New Hampshire Hospital and other designated facilities. These changes would affect individuals involved in self-defense situations and patients in certain mental health facilities.

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Votes
Sponsorship · 10 Sponsors
Democrat0Republican10Independent0Other0
  • R · PrimeYury Polozov
  • R · CoCyril Aures
  • R · CoLino Avellani
  • R · CoHenry Giasson
  • R · CoDonald McFarlane
  • R · CoMatt Sabourin
  • R · CoShane Sirois
  • R · CoJames Thibault
  • R · CoTerry Roy
  • R · CoVictoria Sullivan
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