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SB 9 (2017)

Summary:

Prohibits the admission of evidence of a victim's sexual history in any appeal, unless the New Hampshire Supreme Court rules it should be admitted. This bill also broadly defines sexual history as "any conduct or behavior relating to sexual activities of the victim," including living arrangements, use of contraceptives, lifestyle, etc. Before amendments, this bill simply stated that no evidence of a victim’s sexual history could be admitted for an appeal.

Bill Sponsor:
Kevin Avard
Republican party logo
Bill Became Law?:
Yes
Status Detail:
Signed by Governor
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