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New Hampshire governor signs controversial bail reform bill into law

JURIST

New Hampshire Governor Kelly Ayotte signed House Bill 592 on Tuesday “to end the failed reform social experiment in New Hampshire.” In those instances, the bill permits law enforcement to re-detain the individual. Today, we slammed that revolving door shut.

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Giving Former Incarcerees a ‘Fair Chance’ at a Decent Job

The Crime Report

Even worse, those laws exacerbate labor shortages by taking willing workers out of the job market who could fill essential jobs in critical fields. During the 2021 legislative session, 10 legislatures made significant progress in adopting laws that expand licensing opportunities for people with criminal histories.

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Can I Record My Spouse or Co-Parent for Court?

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However, in New Hampshire it is illegal to record someone without their consent when they had a reasonable expectation that the conversation would be private. Illegal Recordings One-party consent is not allowed by New Hampshire law, including telephone calls or in-person conversations.

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Fourth Circuit Overturns Conviction Of Retired Air Force Colonel For Using Racial Slur

JonathanTurley

” However, the appellate panel corrected noted that such laws are narrowly construed in light of controlling precedent. New Hampshire , 315 U.S. The criminalization of speech has expanded in countries like France , Germany , and England though hate speech laws and speech regulation. Button, 371 U.S.

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New US gun laws take effect January 1

JURIST

Gun laws across the US states are undergoing changes in 2025 with many states strengthening gun safety laws while others have expanded the rights of firearm owners, reflecting the polarization on the issue of gun control in the country. In California, several laws are taking effect including AB1483 , AB1598 , and AB2917.

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