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RSA 21:49 · Sexual Orientation
21:49 Sexual Orientation. – "Sexual orientation" means having or being perceived as having an orientation for heterosexuality, bisexuality, or homosexuality. This definition is intended to describe the status of persons and does not render lawful any conduct prohibited by the criminal laws of this state or impose any duty on a religious organization. This definition does not confer legislative approval of such status, but is intended to assure the basic rights afforded under New Hampshire law. Source. 1997, 108:2, eff. Jan. 1, 1998.
Source note
Source. 1997, 108:2, eff. Jan. 1, 1998.
Source history
- 1997, 108:2, eff. Jan. 1, 1998
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Opinions and discipline decisions mentioning this RSA
- 2013-0071, State of New Hampshire v. Paul A. Costella Supreme Court opinion · Sept. 12, 2014