New Hampshire · New Hampshire RSA — Title LXII, Criminal Code; controlled drugs
N.H. RSA (Criminal Code) § 627:1-a: Civil Immunity
What this law says, in plain English
A person who lawfully uses force in self-defense, defense of others, protection of property, law enforcement, or child welfare is immune from civil lawsuits by perpetrators. Courts must award reasonable attorney's fees and costs to the defendant if sued.
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