What Is HB670?
Dog owners in New Hampshire may soon face higher fines and more liability if their pet injures someone. A new law, HB670, increases penalties for nuisance, menacing, and vicious dogs—holding owners accountable like never before. Follow link to see text of HB670.
New Penalties for Dog Owners in NH
If passed, the law will impose a penalty for a first nuisance offense from $25 to $100, with repeat offenders facing even larger fines. The new penalties apply to various types of offenses, ranging from nuisance to vicious attacks, and they are designed to hold pet owners accountable while deterring further incidents.
Here is a summarized chart of the proposed fine increases:
Offense Type | First Offense Fine | Second/Subsequent Offense Fine | Additional Information |
Nuisance (RSA 466:31, II(a) - (d)) | $100 | $200 | Applies within 12 months |
Menace (RSA 466:31, II(e) - (f)) | $200 | $400 | Applies within 12 months |
Vicious (RSA 466:31, II(g)) | $400 | $1,000 | Owner must pay all medical bills for victim |
How This Law Helps Dog Bite Victims
If you're dealing with a dog bite injury, these increased fines may also help victims pursue higher compensation, as the law is placing more financial responsibility on the owners.
Legal Help for Dog Bite Injury Claims in NH
As a personal injury attorney serving Goffstown New Hampshire, Manchester, and Bedford, I've seen firsthand how these types of injuries can affect victims both physically and financially. With the increased fines, dog owners are now facing a higher financial risk if their dog causes harm. Victims, on the other hand, may find it easier to seek justice as the law holds dog owners more accountable.
If you're considering a claim for dog bite injuries, it’s important to act quickly. Apis Law can help guide you through the legal process, ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve for medical bills and other damages.
If you’ve been injured by a dog bite in NH, these new penalties can help your claim. Contact Apis Law for a free consultation—we’ll fight to get you the compensation you deserve.
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