NH HB1267

Requires school boards and chartered public school trustees to adopt policies prohibiting questioning of minor students by non-school employees (including attorneys, paralegals, and law enforcement) without prior written parental or guardian permission

School district attorneys, paralegals, and law enforcement employees are also prohibited from questioning minor students or being present during questioning without written parental consent

Adult students must be asked if they want their parents or guardians notified and present during any questioning by these personnel

Parents and guardians have the right to be present during questioning and may bring their own attorney; those aggrieved by violations may petition superior court for relief

Exempts Division of Children, Youth and Family Services and law enforcement from parental notice requirements when conducting legitimate child welfare inquiries under RSA 169-C

Effective date: January 1, 2027