NH
New Hampshire House Bill HB1341

New Hampshire 2022 Regular Session

New Hampshire House Bill HB1341

Introduced
11/20/21  
Refer
11/20/21  
Report Pass
3/2/22  
Engrossed
3/15/22  
Refer
3/15/22  
Report Pass
4/7/22  
Enrolled
5/13/22  
Chaptered
5/24/22  

Caption

Relative to the definition of conviction in motor vehicle laws.

Impact

The implications of HB 1341 are significant as it modifies the existing framework used to determine legal responsibilities and consequences regarding motor vehicle offenses. By redefining conviction, it impacts how various offenses are processed legally, which may simplify some aspects of the judicial process related to traffic laws. Additionally, the removal of separate definitions may lead to uniformity in adjudicating cases related to driving violations, fostering a more straightforward legal environment for offenders and law enforcement alike.

Summary

House Bill 1341 proposes an amendment to the definition of 'conviction' within the realm of motor vehicle laws in New Hampshire. This amendment seeks to delete a separate definition related specifically to financial responsibility laws, streamlining the legal language for clearer understanding. The new definition encompasses not just judicial actions, such as a plea of guilty or nolo contendere, but also includes adjudications of guilt and forfeitures related to bail. This adjustment aims to clarify legal interpretations of what constitutes a conviction, particularly in the context of motor vehicle offenses.

Contention

While the bill appears to promote clarity and efficiency in the legal definition of conviction, there may be points of contention stemming from the changes to existing law. Critics might argue that eliminating a separate definition for financial responsibility laws could undermine protections previously afforded to individuals regarding their obligations and liabilities. Discussions surrounding the bill may also revolve around concerns that the revised legal definitions might lead to unintended consequences for those navigating the complexities of motor vehicle laws, especially in relation to financial penalties and liabilities.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NH SB443

Relative to the definition of school transportation vehicle.

NH HB1243

Revising the laws relative to retail installment sales of motor vehicles, and relative to the sale of a vehicle to a Massachusetts resident.

NH SB1116

Commercial motor vehicles; disqualifications from driving privileges for certain convictions or acts. Effective date.

NH HB3501

Motor vehicles; requiring the Department of Public Safety recognize and act upon certain reports of conviction; emergency.

NH HB2177

Motor vehicles; providing lifetime disqualification from operating commercial motor vehicles for certain felony conviction; effective date.

NH HB388

Relative to number plates for motor vehicles.

NH SB441

Relative to the municipal share of fines for motor vehicle speeding offenses.

NH HB318

Provides relative to prior convictions of the crime of operating a vehicle while intoxicated

NH HB1061

Relative to motor vehicle stops of uninspected vehicles.

NH HB490

Relative to the definitions of "game camera" and "hunting day," relative to the use of game cameras, relative to the use of temporary tree stands or observation blinds, and relative to the definition of "firearm."

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.