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NH HB1185
Bill
Status
12/1/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jay Markell
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AI Summary
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Repeals and reenacts RSA 639:3 to redefine the crime of endangering the welfare of a child under 18 or an incompetent person by exposing them to substantial and unjustifiable risk of serious bodily injury or death
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Negligent endangerment is classified as a class A misdemeanor, while knowing endangerment is classified as a class B felony
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Second or subsequent offenses under this section are automatically elevated to a class B felony regardless of intent
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Negligent conduct that results in serious bodily injury or death of the child or incompetent is classified as a class A felony
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Effective date is January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Relative to the offense of endangering the welfare of a child or incompetent.
Last Action
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/19/2026 House Journal 5
3/9/2026