New Hampshire 2026 Session Status: Enacted Bipartisan · 9 R · 1 D cosponsors

SB 512 — relative to fees to annul criminal records related to charges that do not result in conviction.

Last action — Signed by the Governor on 05/28/2026; Chapter 105; Effective 01/01/2027

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced November 21, 2025. Enacted.

Signed by Governor Kelly Ayotte (Republican) on May 29, 2026.

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High chance

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Likely to advance 78% · moderate confidence

  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 10 sponsors

    1 primary, 9 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (9 R · 1 D) — cross-party backing.

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In plain language

This bill addresses fees for annulling certain criminal records.

The bill modifies the fees associated with annulling criminal records for charges that did not lead to a conviction. It aims to alleviate the financial barrier for individuals seeking to clear their records.

Summary

relative to fees to annul criminal records related to charges that do not result in conviction.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

22 added · 27 removed

Plain-language change summary

The recent amendments to Bill SB 512 eliminate any filing fees for petitions to annul criminal records when a person is found not guilty or when charges are dismissed. This change makes it easier and more affordable for individuals to clear their records, which can help them pursue employment and housing opportunities without the stigma of an arrest record. This adjustment is significant because it acknowledges the financial burden that even small fees can impose, particularly on those seeking to move on from unjust criminal charges. The bill will take effect on January 1, 2027.

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SB 512-FN - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 03/26/2026 1233s SESSION 26-2108 09/05 SENATE BILL 512-FN AN ACT relative to fees to annul criminal records related to charges that do not result in conviction.
CHAPTER 105 SB 512-FN - FINAL VERSION 03/26/2026 1233s SESSION 26-2108 09/05 SENATE BILL 512-FN AN ACT relative to fees to annul criminal records related to charges that do not result in conviction.
SB 512-FN - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 03/26/2026 1233s 26-2108 09/05 STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six AN ACT relative to fees to annul criminal records related to charges that do not result in conviction.
CHAPTER 105 SB 512-FN - FINAL VERSION 03/26/2026 1233s 26-2108 09/05 STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six AN ACT relative to fees to annul criminal records related to charges that do not result in conviction.
1 Annulment of Criminal Records.
105:1 Annulment of Criminal Records.
(2) No filing fee shall be charged for any petition to annul brought under subparagraph II-a(a).
(2) No filing fee shall be charged for any petition to annul brought under subparagraph II- a(a).
2 Effective Date.
105:2 Effective Date.
LBA 26-2108 04/06/2026 SB 512-FN- FISCAL NOTE AS AMENDED BY THE SENATE (AMENDMENT # 2026-1233s) AN ACT relative to fees to annul criminal records related to charges that do not result in conviction.
Approved:
FISCAL IMPACT:
May 28, 2026 Effective Date:
The Legislative Budget Assistant has determined that this legislation has a total fiscal impact of less than $10,000 in each of the fiscal years 2027 through 2029.
January 01, 2027
AGENCIES CONTACTED:
Judicial Branch
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Action History

  1. Signed by the Governor on 05/28/2026; Chapter 105; Effective 01/01/2027

  2. Enrolled (in recess of) 05/14/2026 HJ 13

  3. Enrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 05/14/2026); SJ 13

  4. Referral Waived by Committee Chair per House Rule 47(f) 04/23/2026 HJ 11

  5. Referred to Ways and Means 04/23/2026 HJ 11

  6. Ought to Pass: MA VV 04/23/2026 HJ 11

  7. Committee Report: Ought to Pass 04/08/2026 (Vote 12-0; CC)

  8. Executive Session: 04/08/2026 10:30 am GP 159

  9. Public Hearing: 04/08/2026 10:30 am GP 159

  10. Introduced (in recess of) 03/26/2026 and referred to Criminal Justice and Public Safety HJ 9 P. 54

  11. Ought to Pass with Amendment #2026-1233s, MA, VV; OT3rdg; 03/26/2026; SJ 7

  12. Sen. Murphy Floor Amendment # 2026-1233s, AA, VV; 03/26/2026; SJ 7

  13. Sen. Murphy Moved Ought to Pass; 03/26/2026; SJ 7

  14. Refer to Interim Study, MF, VV; 03/26/2026; SJ 7

  15. Committee Report: Referred to Interim Study, 03/26/2026, Vote 3-2; SC 11

  16. Special Order to 03/26/2026, Without Objection, MA; 03/12/2026 SJ 6

  17. Committee Report: Referred to Interim Study, 03/12/2026, Vote 3-2; SC 9

  18. Special Order to 03/12/2026, Without Objection, MA; 03/05/2026 SJ 5

  19. Committee Report: Referred to Interim Study, 03/05/2026, Vote 3-2; SC 8

  20. Hearing: 01/27/2026, Room 100, SH, 01:10 pm; SC 3

  21. Introduced 01/07/2026 and Referred to Judiciary; SJ 1

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Not signed on (405)

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 512 do?
relative to fees to annul criminal records related to charges that do not result in conviction.
Who sponsors SB 512?
SB 512 is sponsored by Victoria Sullivan (Republican), Tim McGough (Republican), Keith Murphy (Republican), Howard Pearl (Republican), Timothy Lang (Republican), Daniel Innis (Republican), Bill Gannon (Republican), Ruth Ward (Republican), Kevin Avard (Republican), and David Watters (Democrat).
What is the current status of SB 512?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced November 21, 2025. Enacted.
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