Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Jon Busenkell Hollis, NH
HB1203
House · 2026 sessionRepublicanKilled in HouseReturning firearms after acquittal
AIRequires courts to immediately order the return of seized firearms or ammunition, without a background check, when a criminal case ends in a not-guilty verdict or is discontinued, and requires law enforcement to return the property within 24 hours.
relative to the return of firearms following a not guilty verdict or dismissal of the proceeding.
Status
Killed in the House — Inexpedient to Legislate · February 19, 2026- ✓Introduced
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Division of testimony
97 submissionsHatched = form letter · 81 of 97 written submissions (84%) came from organized campaigns
Argument digest · AI-generated
from 4 of 84 written submissionsHB1203 addresses how quickly and under what process firearms are returned to someone after a not-guilty verdict or dismissal of criminal charges. A large form-letter campaign and other individual submitters oppose the bill as creating bureaucratic delay that treats acquitted people as still guilty, while a bill co-sponsor and other supporters argue it would help ensure firearms and rights are restored promptly; one opposing submission argues instead that the bill goes too far by removing a judge's discretion to require a background check before returning firearms.
- Firearms and rights should be restored promptlySupport1 of 4 reviewed
A bill co-sponsor testifies from personal experience that when accusations are withdrawn or disproven, firearms and constitutional rights should be restored as close to immediately as possible.
- Bill creates bureaucratic hurdles to firearm returnOppose1 of 4 reviewed · 81 via form letter
Submitters argue the bill imposes unnecessary bureaucratic obstacles, such as requiring acquitted individuals to petition a judge, before lawfully owned firearms can be returned, and that property and constitutional rights should be restored automatically and immediately once someone is cleared.
“When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence.”
— form letter, submitted 81 times · #547701 — read full submission →
“Law abiding citizens should not be required to petition a judge for the return of their legally owned property. It should be required that the property is automatically returned in a timely manner.”
— Chris Lemos, Freedom · #548027 — read full submission →
- Bill removes judicial discretion for safety checksOppose1 of 4 reviewed
One submission opposes the bill for the opposite reason, arguing it limits a judge's ability to require a background check before returning firearms and that courts should retain authority to assess current risk before weapons are returned.
“This bill undermines judicial discretion by limiting a judge’s ability to require a background check before firearms are returned following a dismissal or not-guilty verdict.”
— Meg Cowan, Wilmot · #545249 — read full submission →
“This proposal chips away at commonsense safeguards and places convenience above public safety—an unacceptable trade-off.”
— Meg Cowan, Wilmot · #545249 — read full submission →
Generated by claude-sonnet-5 (claude code agent) on Jul 22, 2026. Quotes are verbatim excerpts, verified against the cited submission before publication. Summaries are AI interpretation of the record, not part of it.
Form-letter campaigns
81 of 84 written submissions (96%)81 submissions match a shared template; 3 are individually written.
- Oppose Firearm Restrictions After AcquittalOppose81 submissions on this bill
The template argues that the bill improperly restricts the return of lawfully owned firearms to individuals acquitted or dismissed by the justice system.
The letter · submitted 81 times I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, David Davis North Haverhill, NH
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Thank you Chairman and Committee members, My name is Rep David Love, I am a co sponsor of this legislation. I have personal experience with this issue where a bogus restraining order was taken out against me and it took six weeks after my accuser dropped the restraining order for me to have my firearms returned. If accusations are withdrawn or proven to be false ,Constitutional rights need to be restored and private property returned as close to IMMEDIATELY as humanly possible and I would hope the committee would agree. Thank you for taking my written testimony . Rep David Love Rockingham 13 Derry
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Richard Adams Somersworth, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, james page Windham6032311892, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Rick Russell Salem, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Walter Moore Canaan, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Tom Peters Epping, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Kenneth Stewart Concord, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Virgina Grady Hollis, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Hillary Raimondi Hollis, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Michael Raimondi Hollis, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, john woodward Fitzwilliam, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Dawn Curley Hollis, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Paul martinage HUDSON, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Eric Rothkopf Nashua, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Eric Morin Hollis, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Anthony Ferrantello Keene, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Daniel Stripes Manchester, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Donald Smith Pelham, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Stuart B. Harnden
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, DANIEL NICKERSON MILAN, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Robert Wilkonski Newbury, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, Michael Hurley Nashua, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, John Haefele Nashua, NH
Honorable Committee Members, I am writing to urge you to OPPOSE HB 1203, which creates dangerous restrictions on the return of firearms following not guilty verdicts or case dismissals. This bill is fundamentally flawed because it: • Violates the presumption of innocence by treating acquitted individuals as guilty • Creates bureaucratic obstacles to reclaiming lawfully owned private property • Undermines Second Amendment rights and due process protections • Sets a dangerous precedent for government property seizure without conviction • Penalizes law-abiding citizens who have been cleared of all charges When someone is found not guilty or charges are dismissed, they should immediately have their constitutional rights and property restored. HB 1203 does the opposite - it assumes guilt even after the justice system has determined innocence. New Hampshire has always been a state that respects individual rights and limits government overreach. This bill moves us in the wrong direction by expanding government power at the expense of constitutional protections. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on HB 1203 and protect the rights of all New Hampshire citizens. Respectfully, William Seifert Hebron, NH