NH HB1501

Creates new RSA chapter 490-L establishing limitations on judicial immunity in New Hampshire

Removes immunity protections for judges and judicial state actors when their actions exceed the scope of judicial duties and constitute criminal conduct or intentional torts

Removes immunity when judicial acts are "palpably in excess of jurisdiction" and done maliciously or corruptly

Defines "judicial state actors" to include judges and other officials acting within the judicial branch

Estimated fiscal impact of $0 to $250,000 annually starting FY 2027, primarily for potential additional legal counsel needs in the Judicial Branch