relative to the jurisdiction of the circuit court, family division.
Inexpedient to Legislate: MA VV 02/12/2026 HJ 4 P. 2
Summary
The bill would create a new family division within New Hampshire's circuit courts, replacing the current marital masters with administrative law judges. It moves jurisdiction over divorce, custody, support and related matters exclusively to this division and requires full judicial review of the judges' recommendations. The change aims to provide consistent, fair, and accessible resolution of family issues.
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