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New Hampshire child-safety laws

Child-abuse reporting and school bullying laws in New Hampshire, explained in plain language with links to official sources.

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Child abuse & neglect reporting

N.H. Rev. Stat. §§ 169-C:29–30

Any person with reason to suspect child abuse or neglect must report. The initial oral report must be made immediately; a written report is required within 48 hours if the department requests it.

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School bullying & cyberbullying

N.H. Rev. Stat. ch. 193-F

The Pupil Safety and Violence Prevention law requires policies addressing bullying and cyberbullying. Off-campus conduct can be covered when it interferes with education or substantially disrupts school.

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