HB1641 Relative to petitions for certain orders of protection where the subject of the order is either released on bail or on probation.
Relative to petitions for certain orders of protection where the subject of the order is either released on bail or on probation.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Minimal financial impact; may reduce costs associated with repeated emergency responses and victimization.
Your Community
Strengthens protections for victims of violence, particularly during the dangerous period when their abuser is on bail or probation.
Your Freedom
Protects victims' freedom from fear and harm while imposing reasonable restrictions on those already in the justice system.
Status
Lay HB1641 on Table (Rep. Rhodes): Motion Adopted DV 287-48 02/19/2026 House Journal 5 P. 39
Sponsor
Zoe Manos (D)
The Short Version
Addresses protective orders for individuals whose abusers are released on bail or probation. This fills a gap where victims may be unable to get protection from someone already in the criminal justice system but not incarcerated.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Victims of domestic violence and stalking
- ▲ Individuals threatened by someone on bail or probation
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Defendants on bail or probation facing additional court-ordered restrictions
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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