Sealing or Expunging Juvenile Records in New Hampshire
How juvenile records are sealed or expunged in New Hampshire, and whether it happens automatically.
Short answer: Juvenile delinquency court records are kept separate and are not open to the public. They may be seen only by the people listed in the law (such as the minor, parents, the minor's attorney and treatment providers), or by court order or with the minor's written consent. RSA 169-B:35
| Juvenile records | Juvenile delinquency court records are kept separate and are not open to the public. They may be seen only by the people listed in the law (such as the minor, parents, the minor's attorney and treatment providers), or by court order or with the minor's written consent. When a delinquent turns 21, all court records and individual institutional records, including police records, are closed and placed in an inactive file. Police and prosecutors may still use juvenile police records in criminal investigations and prosecutions. Source: RSA 169-B:35 |
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FAQ
How do you seal a juvenile record in New Hampshire?
Juvenile delinquency court records are kept separate and are not open to the public. They may be seen only by the people listed in the law (such as the minor, parents, the minor's attorney and treatment providers), or by court order or with the minor's written consent. When a delinquent turns 21, all court records and individual institutional records, including police records, are closed and placed in an inactive file. Police and prosecutors may still use juvenile police records in criminal investigations and prosecutions.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.