HB577 (2021) Compare Changes


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1 New Paragraph; Parental Rights and Responsibilities; Procedure. Amend RSA 461-A:3 by inserting after paragraph III the following new paragraph:

IV. If domestic violence is identified as an issue in any proceeding under this chapter, either between the parties or between one or both parties and a child or children, the case shall not be assigned to the complex case docket or high conflict docket. The case is criminal and shall be assigned to the circuit court district division or superior court.

2 Effective Date. This act shall take effect 60 days after its passage.

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1 New Paragraph; Parental Rights and Responsibilities; Procedure. Amend RSA 461-A:3 by inserting after paragraph III the following new paragraph:

IV. If domestic violence is identified as an issue in any proceeding under this chapter, either between the parties or between one or both parties and a child or children, the case shall not be assigned to the complex case docket or high conflict docket. The case is criminal and shall be assigned to the circuit court district division or superior court.

2 Effective Date. This act shall take effect 60 days after its passage.