HB1003 Prohibiting the Grafton county attorney from engaging in the private practice of law.
Prohibiting the Grafton county attorney from engaging in the private practice of law.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Concerning
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
No direct financial impact on residents.
Your Community
Preventing conflicts of interest for the county's top prosecutor protects the integrity of the justice system.
Your Freedom
Restricts one official's outside employment to protect public interest.
Status
Signed by Governor Ayotte 06/05/2026; Chapter 117; eff.06/05/2026
Sponsor
Donald McFarlane (R)
The Short Version
Would prohibit the Grafton County attorney from having a private law practice. This addresses potential conflicts of interest when the chief prosecutor also represents private clients.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Grafton County residents seeking unbiased prosecution
- ▲ Justice system integrity
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ The Grafton County attorney who would lose private practice income
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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