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SB 553·NH·senate

relative to penalties for attempting to elude pursuit by law enforcement.

In CommitteeFiled Nov 24, 2025
Sponsor: Donovan Fenton (D)
Latest Action

Pending Motion Interim Study; 01/29/2026; SJ 2

Jan 29, 2026

Summary

The bill makes it a crime to try to escape a police chase by increasing speed, turning off headlights while moving, or ditching the car. Offenders would lose their driving privileges for at least six months and face a minimum five‑day jail sentence that cannot be suspended. It aims to deter dangerous fleeing behavior and improve public safety.

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