New Hampshire towns hold only the powers the legislature gave them. When a local Right-to-Know policy narrows RSA 91-A, the policy loses. Here is the line.
New Hampshire recently reformed its justice system by allowing convicted prisoners to present new evidence of innocence beyond the previous three-year limit. This contrasts starkly with leniency shown to a Supreme Court justice facing serious charges, highlighting a two-tiered justice system favoring those in power. Indigent defense remains critically underfunded, exacerbating inequalities.
New Hampshire’s Involuntary Emergency Admission (IEA) law allows the state to take custody of individuals in mental health crises but fails to ensure they receive care. The law lacks provisions for treatment without consent, leaving many with permanent records. Critics argue it functions more as a custody measure than genuine mental health support.
New Hampshire judges can be removed through impeachment by the House and a trial in the Senate, but this process is rarely utilized, with only two judges impeached since 1784. The age limit of 70 effectively ends most judges’ service. Judicial discipline is managed separately by the Judicial Conduct Committee.
The article discusses the Office for Civil Rights’ failure to maintain accurate complaint records, revealing a backlog that nearly doubled while falsely claiming it was cleared. New Hampshire families continue to be directed to a closed office for support. The situation reflects deeper issues in transparency and efficiency within the agency.
New Hampshire requires 1,500 hours to license a cosmetologist while only about 740 hours are needed to certify a police officer. This disparity raises concerns about the hiring standards for police, which currently prioritize a clean record over relevant experience and education. Proposed changes seek to rectify these issues.
New Hampshire’s Right-to-Know Ombudsman position has been vacant for 13 months, compromising public access to records. The position, created to assist those denied information, remains unfilled despite the state’s constitutional promise of transparency. Budget cuts and hiring freezes contribute to this situation, leaving citizens without necessary recourse for disputes.
Independent New Hampshire Journalism · Northfield, NH Labor · Money · Accountability Working Under the Table Comes With a Clock. It Runs Out in Three Years. Cash work does not defer the bill. It deletes your Social Security record, and federal law gives you three years, three months and 15…
The article critiques the Stanford Prison Experiment, revealing that guards were coached rather than their cruelty being an inherent trait. This insight shifts accountability from individuals to institutional practices, suggesting that teaching and oversight can mitigate abusive behavior. New Hampshire’s recent legal moves have weakened public oversight, raising concerns about police accountability.
The article discusses how New Hampshire’s police system often overlooks male domestic violence survivors, particularly when their abusive partners die. It highlights the challenges faced by widowed husbands, including being treated as suspects in death investigations and lacking the support typically offered to female victims. The piece calls for urgent systemic reforms.
When Can Police Get Your Medical Records? — Granite State Report Independent New Hampshire Journalism · Northfield, NH Health Privacy · Accountability When Can Police Get Your Medical Records? More Often Than You Think Federal privacy rules cut six separate doors into your medical file for law enforcement, and a…
RSA 91-A, New Hampshire’s Right-to-Know Law, empowers citizens to access public records within five business days. While it promotes transparency, issues arise from the law’s enforcement machinery, currently hindered by the absence of a functioning ombudsman. This guide details how to effectively navigate the law and its limitations.
The sale of the Laconia State School for $10.5 million is nearing its deadline, with no closing announced as of late July 2026. The buyer, Pillsbury Realty, has not communicated any updates, raising concerns about the project’s viability. The state needs to provide clarity on the transaction’s status before the deadline passes.
New Hampshire’s flat payroll count contrasts with an increasing employment rate, raising concerns regarding its Business Enterprise Tax, which relies on wages. The potential impact of AI on this tax structure remains unmeasured, with studies indicating that job losses attributed to AI are significant but not definitive. Lawmakers have hesitated to investigate this issue further.
The article discusses the issue of litigation abuse in New Hampshire, highlighting Governor Kelly Ayotte’s veto of House Bill 1565 aimed at penalizing false reports of child abuse. It emphasizes the detrimental effects of legal and administrative aggression, particularly on male victims, and critiques the lack of protections against such abuses within the state’s legal system.
The article explores the impact of false police reports, emphasizing how individual narratives, unchallenged and often misleading, shape perceptions in the justice system. New Hampshire’s Exculpatory Evidence Schedule reveals officers with questionable credibility, highlighting systemic issues in accountability. The piece calls for critical evaluation of police reports and greater transparency.
New Hampshire’s November ballot question regarding a school tax cap misrepresents the law. While it claims the cap will not impact classrooms, the statute indicates it applies to the entire school district’s property tax levy. Key details about duration and voting thresholds also lack clarity, prompting concern among voters.
New Hampshire’s electric rates will significantly increase on August 1, 2026, due to a $50 million undercollection issue from earlier pricing mistakes by regulators. Eversource’s rate will rise 24% to 14.009 cents per kilowatt-hour. Residents are urged to act quickly if they wish to switch suppliers before the new rates take effect.
The article outlines Donald Trump’s legal troubles, detailing his conviction on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records related to campaign financing. It clarifies the distinction between criminal and civil cases, emphasizing that while Trump faces significant civil judgments, only one criminal case has led to a jury conviction, with ten contempt rulings also recorded.
In July 2026, New Hampshire’s Attorney General cleared police officers in two shootings, asserting legal justification in both cases. While one officer involved remains unnamed due to ongoing litigation, concerns about the transparency of police accountability surfaced. The public’s access to investigative details often lags behind official findings.
New Hampshire’s young workforce faces significant challenges as median housing costs reach $182,000, child care expenses hit $30,000, and wages stagnate at $7.25 per hour. The state, ranked lowest in higher education funding, risks losing young talent due to unsustainable living costs, prompting an urgent need for policy reforms.
The Founder Who Owned a Child — Granite State Report Independent New Hampshire Journalism · Northfield, NH American History · Accountability The Founder Who Owned a Child Thomas Jefferson wrote that all men are created equal, then spent decades enslaving the teenage girl who bore his children. The record is…
