New Hampshire § 135-C-1 - Section 135-C:1 Purpose and Policy.
Full text of New Hampshire New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 135-C-1 — Section 135-C:1 Purpose and Policy., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 135-C-1. Section 135-C:1 Purpose and Policy.
I. The purpose of this chapter is to enable the department of health and human services to: (a) Establish, maintain, and coordinate a comprehensive, effective, and efficient system of services for persons with mental illness. (b) Reduce the occurrence, severity and duration of mental, emotional, and behavioral disabilities. (c) Prevent mentally ill persons from harming themselves or others. II. It is the policy of this state to provide to persons who are severely mentally disabled adequate and humane care which, to the extent possible while meeting the purposes of habilitation and treatment, is: (a) Within each person's own community. (b) Least restrictive of the person's freedom of movement and ability to function normally in society while being appropriate to the person's individual capacity. (c) Directed toward eliminating the need for services and promoting the person's independence. III. It is the policy of this state that mental illness in and of itself is insufficient to involuntarily admit any person into the mental health services system.
Source: official New Hampshire text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Hampshire § 135-C-1
What does New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 135-C-1 cover?
Section 135-C-1 ("Section 135-C:1 Purpose and Policy.") is part of the New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Hampshire. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Hampshire § 135-C-1?
A common citation format is "New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 135-C-1" (New Hampshire). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Hampshire law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Hampshire official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Hampshire attorney.
How does New Hampshire § 135-C-1 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Hampshire can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in New Hampshire.