Frequently Asked Questions

Apply for Legal Aid

• How can I apply for legal aid in New Hampshire?
• What is the process for the NH legal aid application?
• Is there an option to apply for legal aid online?
• What steps do I need to take to apply for legal aid?

Bankruptcy

• How do I file for bankruptcy in New Hampshire?
• What does filing for bankruptcy in NH involve?

Benefits

• What welfare benefits are available in New Hampshire?
• What is RSA 165 (city/town welfare) and how does it work?
• What services does city welfare provide in NH?
• What are the options for welfare in New Hampshire?

Civil and Disability Rights

• What are the disability rights laws in New Hampshire?
• What resources does the NH Disability Rights Center provide?
• How does New Hampshire support LGBTQ+ rights?

Consumer Resources

General

• What is small claims court, and how do I file a consumer complaint?
• What are the procedures for small claims court in New Hampshire?
• How do I address deceptive business practices in NH?

Automobiles

• How does the car repossession process work, and when do repossessions occur?
• Are repossessions conducted on weekends or at night?
• What can I do to avoid having my car repossessed?

Debt

• What are New Hampshire’s debt collection laws?
• How do the debt collection laws in NH operate?

Consumer Protection

• What laws protect consumers in New Hampshire?
• What does the New Hampshire Consumer Protection Act cover?

Criminal Record Annulment

• What steps are involved in clearing a criminal record in NH?
• How can I delete or annul a criminal record?

Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (DOVE)

• What is the DOVE project and what services does it provide?
• How can I apply for assistance through DOVE in New Hampshire?

Families

• What are the rights and responsibilities of parents and children in NH?
• What is the legal responsibility for a child?

Child Abuse

• What role does the NH Department of Division for Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) play?

Child Support

• What are the child support laws in New Hampshire?

Divorce

• What are the steps to get divorced in New Hampshire?
• Is New Hampshire a no-fault divorce state?
• What divorce forms are required, and how long does the process take?

Housing