About New Hampshire Public Records

About New Hampshire public records

Search the state of New Hampshire links to obtain divorces, lawsuits, criminal records, assets and property searches. The courts can provide statewide, local and federal cases, family court related issues, bankruptcy filings, probate and self help tools with contact information to all districts. County by county list of recorded documents and directories. Official city websites open to the general public for access to registry of deeds, treasurer and other government entities. Access services that can provide full and searches of judgments, liens, address history, real estate ownership, business and corporation data such as fictitious name business filings.

State background and court information

New Hampshire is one of the original 13 colonies located in the New England region of the U.S. and was admitted to the union on June 21st 1788, making it the 9th to gain statehood. Named the Granite state due to its early economy of natural resources, tourism such as skiers from southern states make up today's leading revenues. With a population of 1,316,470 it is the 41st most populous state and and 46th largest in territory with over 9,300 square miles.

The state of New Hampshire has 3 branches of governments that comprise of the executive, legislative and the judicial branch. The executive branch is headed by the governor, a 5 member executive council and the state's agencies. Directors of agencies are appointed by the governor and council members. The legislative branch is made of 2 chambers that include the house of representatives with 400 members and the senate with 24 members making it the second largest legislature in the U.S after the U.S. congress. Another name used to describe the legislature is the general court of New Hampshire. The judicial branch is the state's court system. Courts in New Hampshire serve in 4 levels, the state's supreme court being the highest and hearing appeals from lower courts, the county level superior courts with general jurisdiction over trials, district courts with presiding over smaller cases and small claims courts.

There are 10 counties and 234 towns and cities in New Hampshire. The provincial act of April 29, 1769 initially divided areas into 5 counties. Counties play a vital role as an extension of the state government. Counties elect a sheriff, operate prisons and other citizen services governed by county commissioners. However, local cities and towns perform most governments functions to its residents. Cities and towns include police departments, tax collectors, commissions, committees and departments with town clerks and managers.

Searching for records to conduct New Hampshire background checks requires retrieving many public records. Criminal records are a large part of most background searches. The New Hampshire state police Criminal Records Unit is the   central criminal history repository where record checks can be obtained. Many   individuals would like to search and view what future possible employers can see. Look into convictions, felonies and misdemeanors occurring in New Hampshire. Conduct instant searches of outstanding warrants, registered offenders, most wanted and inmates incarcerated online from the same site. Access the New Hampshire judicial branch and look into how to obtain court records. Where to order filings of divorces and other lawsuits, criminal trial details, transcripts and view current dockets of upcoming trials. Bankruptcy cases can be accessed with the PACER system where you can see lists of assets and liabilities and other file details.

New Hampshire supreme court has no mandatory jurisdiction except for capital murder where the death penalty is imposed. The state's highest court has discretionary jurisdiction in civil, noncapital criminal, administrative agency, juvenile, disciplinary, advisory opinions for the state executive and legislature, original proceeding and interlocutory decision cases.

State's superior court has jurisdiction over tort, contract, real property rights ($1,500/no maximum), and miscellaneous civil jurisdiction, exclusive jurisdiction over marriage dissolution, paternity, support/custody jurisdiction. Superior court criminal divisions have exclusive felony and criminal appeals jurisdiction.

District court has jurisdiction over tort, contract, real property rights ($0/$25,000), small claims ($5,000) miscellaneous civil matters,  misdemeanors, traffic and domestic violence cases, preliminary hearings and has exclusive juvenile jurisdiction. The New Hampshire district court has jurisdiction over

Probate courts have jurisdiction over guardianships, trusts, wills, estates, involuntary commitments, and some equity matters, adoption and termination of parental rights.

Court records and filings

New Hampshire court records are maintained by the New Hampshire Judicial Branch. The Superior Court handles major criminal and civil cases. Circuit Courts handle family, district, and probate matters at the county level.

Case information is available through the New Hampshire courts online system at courts.nh.gov.

Criminal records and background checks

New Hampshire criminal records are maintained by the State Police Criminal Records Unit. The unit obtains, stores, and disseminates Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) on all criminal arrests. Walk-in service is available at 33 Hazen Drive, Concord, or appointments can be scheduled online through the Criminal Records Portal. Court records are accessible through the New Hampshire Judicial Branch Case Access Portal.

Background check access

New Hampshire criminal background checks and public records searches. Court records access links and resources and look up divorces. Begin you employment screening with license verification. Personal history, judgments and liens, free instant UCC searches online. Link to many government agencies that provide public records. Request bankruptcy records, drivers records, find property and real estate ownership or find an address. Order birth certificates, marriage, death and recorded documents. Research among the most complete directory of databases with how to instructions, inquiry forms and step by step process of obtaining public information. Background Checks Help And Frequently Asked Questions Plus Other Related Information

Vital records

Statewide New Hampshire vital records. Search births, marriage records and death certificates. Divorces filed with courts. State vital records offices. Link to the agencies in New Hampshire and order vital records. Many records are public information available to the public from private and government entities. You can use information to verify your records. Look up vital statistics and free vital searches in New Hampshire to conduct research online. Department of state division of records administration, what is the cost of a copy of a vital record, how do I get a certified copy as soon as possible, secretary of state genealogical research of family history, researching your family at the state archives, marriage licenses and intentions from 1709 to 1961.

Property and asset records

Search for assets in New Hampshire and obtain records of property, business ownership, professional license verification and other personal or corporate assets. Find bankruptcies, liens, UCC judgment filings and find out about information that can effect a person's or company's asset. See the status of a business and verify ownership, DBA, status, activity and whether the corporation or business filed in New Hampshire owns property, vehicles, real estate and more. Unclaimed property and asset search from official government databases open to the public.

Government records and agencies

Access New Hampshire government agencies and obtain information on executive branches, legislative branches and jucidial branches within state jurisdiction. Link below to the state government agencies as well as state government information and services. Other state government resources such as codified state law, voters registration and other state government departments

Driving and vehicle records

Direct New Hampshire official government links to driver license and registration resources. Vehicle registration, tags, driving history, online forms, office locations, and hours.

Expungements and record clearing

Expunge your criminal past of felonies, misdemeanors, D.U.I convictions and more in the state of New Hampshire. Get information regarding expungements and begin to erase your previous New Hampshire criminal records statewide as well as nationwide. Some records can contain inaccurate or erroneous information that can be amended. Both juvenile and adult cases that can be corrected and begin your search for employment without a tainted past showing.

Genealogy and historical research

New Hampshire genealogy related links and topics. Individual state search of your ancestors, start a family tree, browse census records and more online.

Missing children resources

The search and recovery of a missing child requires the cooperation of New Hampshire law enforcement, criminal justice and other public agencies. The Amber Alert program in New Hampshire is a partnership between law enforcement agencies and broadcasters to activate an urgent bulletin in the most serious child-abduction cases and provides an example of the collaboration necessary to achieve the safe recovery of a missing child. The New Hampshire Division of State Police Investigative Services Bureau, Major Crime Unit, maintains the State Clearinghouse for Missing and Exploited Children. The New Hampshire Internet Crimes Against Children is a nationally funded state program to combat internet child sexual exploitation. The internet also serves a vital role by providing search databases, websites which offer lists, photos, and details of children currently missing in New Hampshire, and information and resources to support families dealing with a missing child.