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State of New Hampshire Most Updated Online Public and Criminal Records Portal

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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 registr…

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Criminal Records Criminal history tools, sheriff links, and related justice records.
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Expungements Record-clearance and expungement guidance.
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Inmate Search Custody, jail, and inmate lookup resources.
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Most Wanted Wanted-person and fugitive resources.
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Background Checks Background screening and identity research resources.
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Asset Search Asset, ownership, and locator resources.
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Vital Records Birth, death, marriage, and health-record links.
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Missing Children Missing-child alerts and support resources.
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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 registr…

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…

State snapshot Did you know? In New Hampshire, arrest searches often begin with town or city police and then move into county jail and court records, so local checking first is usually the fastest path. Quick route: town-level checking can be surprisingly strong here before county records even come into play.
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Q What is included in a New Hampshire background check?
In New Hampshire, background checks are governed by the New Hampshire Right-to-Know Law (New Hampshire RSA 91-A). They may include criminal history, sex offender status, court filings, arrest records, and vital statistics. Agencies must respond within 5 business days to respond. The law is administered by New Hampshire Municipal Association (for municipalities); New Hampshire Attorney General for state agencies, (603) 271-3658.
Q Where can I find police reports in New Hampshire?
Police reports in New Hampshire are public records under the New Hampshire Right-to-Know Law. Submit your request to the agency that generated the report. Who may request: Any person - no residency requirement. Response deadline: 5 business days to respond. If access is denied, you may appeal to district or circuit court. The New Hampshire Right-to-Know Law (RSA 91-A) generally permits any person to request police reports. Submit a written request to the records division of the agency that filed the report, including the date, location, and report number if available. The New Hampshire State Police in Concord processes state-level report requests. Fees and turnaround times vary by agency; many departments in New Hampshire offer online request portals for faster service.
Q What are the procedures to obtain New Hampshire vital records, and what is included in those records with address, not URLs?
Vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce) in New Hampshire are maintained by the state Department of Health or Vital Statistics. Standard fees: Actual cost of reproduction; agencies may not charge for the time to search for. Certified copies carry separate fee schedules. Fee waivers may be available for journalists, nonprofits, and public-interest requesters - always ask.
Q What is the school district and performance data for New Hampshire?
New Hampshire school districts are regulated by the New Hampshire Department of Education (NHDOE) at education.nh.gov. The state uses the NH Statewide Assessment System (NH SAS). School report cards and district profiles are published at education.nh.gov/data-and-reports. New Hampshire has approximately 178 school districts. The 2023 graduation rate was approximately 91%. NCES at nces.ed.gov provides supplemental district data.
Q What is the crime statistics for New Hampshire?
According to the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting Program, the total number of reported crimes in New Hampshire in 2019 was 28,945. Of those, there were 1,845 violent crimes and 27,100 property crimes. The violent crime rate in New Hampshire was 181.2 per 100,000 people, and the property crime rate was 2,541.7 per 100,000 people. The New Hampshire State Police, based in Concord, NH, publishes New Hampshire's official annual crime report. The report breaks down incidents by crime type, county, and municipality, enabling year-over-year trend analysis. Crime rates are expressed per 100,000 residents. Researchers and journalists can download raw data sets from the New Hampshire State Police website or access aggregated national comparisons via the FBI's National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS).
Q If I get arrested in New Hampshire where would I go to jail and court? include address.
If you are arrested in New Hampshire, you will likely go to the local county jail. Your court hearings would be at the local courthouse. New Hampshire law requires that an arrested person be brought before a magistrate or judge without unnecessary delay - typically within 24-48 hours. Bail conditions are set at this initial hearing. Under the New Hampshire Right-to-Know Law (RSA 91-A), arrest records are public once charges are filed. The New Hampshire public defender's office provides legal representation for those who qualify. Booking photos and mugshots may be requested from the detaining agency under the public records law.
Q Can I find Public records in New Hampshire State Library?
Yes. New Hampshire state and public libraries provide access to public records databases. The New Hampshire Right-to-Know Law (New Hampshire RSA 91-A) guarantees public access to government documents. Many libraries offer free access to LexisNexis, court records portals, and vital record indexes. New Hampshire public libraries, including the state library in Concord, offer free access to public records databases. Patrons can access court dockets, property records, vital statistics indexes, and census microfilm. The New Hampshire Right-to-Know Law (RSA 91-A) ensures that government records are available for inspection; librarians can assist with formal records requests and guide users to online state portals for birth, death, marriage, and divorce records.
Q Where is the New Hampshire State Library located?
The New Hampshire State Library is located at 20 Park Street in Concord, New Hampshire. The New Hampshire State Library serves as the official depository for state government publications and provides research assistance to the public, legislators, and state agencies. Collections include historical newspapers, legislative history, court records indexes, and genealogy resources such as Ancestry Library Edition. The New Hampshire Right-to-Know Law (RSA 91-A) guarantees public access to government documents maintained at the library. Remote access to digital collections is available to New Hampshire residents with a library card through the state library's online portal.
Q New Hampshire State fingerprinting office
The New Hampshire State Police, Division of Forensic Science, provides fingerprinting services for criminal background checks. The office is located at 33 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH 03305. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm. The New Hampshire State Police processes all fingerprint-based background checks for New Hampshire. Fingerprinting appointments can be scheduled through the bureau's website or by contacting a regional office. New Hampshire licensed fingerprint vendors (Live Scan) are listed on the New Hampshire State Police's approved vendor directory. Prints are transmitted electronically to the FBI CJIS Division. Turnaround for most checks is 24-72 hours; paper card submissions take 6-8 weeks. Bring government-issued photo ID.
Last reviewed: Mar 25, 2026 Updated: Mar 25, 2026