HB109 Relative to false reports to law enforcement.
Relative to false reports to law enforcement.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Saves taxpayer money by deterring wasteful false reports that consume law enforcement resources.
Your Community
False reports waste police resources and can endanger innocent people through 'swatting' or false accusations.
Your Freedom
Balances free speech with the need to prevent dangerous false reports.
Status
Signed by Governor Ayotte 05/08/2026; Chapter 43; eff. 07/07/2026
Sponsor
Dennis Mannion (R)
The Short Version
Strengthens penalties or clarifies laws around making false reports to law enforcement. Passed Senate with amendment. Targets the misuse of police resources through false or fabricated reports.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Law enforcement agencies
- ▲ People falsely accused through bogus reports
- ▲ Taxpayers
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Individuals who make false reports would face stronger consequences
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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