Bill
HB 480
relative to restoration of competency to stand trial for criminal defendants.
2026 Regular Session
Introduced by Donovan Fenton and 5 co-sponsors
NH HB 480 codifies clearer standards and timelines to restore competency for IST defendants, guiding assessments, treatment, and court decisions to resume or conclude trials.
Signed by Governor Ayotte 02/06/2026; Chapter 1; eff. 02/06/2026