New Hampshire § 282-A-20 - Section 282-A:20 Employment.
Full text of New Hampshire New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 282-A-20 — Section 282-A:20 Employment., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 282-A-20. Section 282-A:20 Employment.
The term "employment" shall include the service of an individual who is a citizen of the United States, performed outside the United States, except in Canada, after December 31, 1971, in the employ of an American employer, if: I. The employer's principal place of business in the United States is located in this state; II. The employer has no place of business in the United States, but (a) The employer is an individual who is a resident of this state; (b) The employer is a corporation which is organized under the laws of this state; or (c) The employer is a partnership or a trust and the number of the partners or trustees who are residents of this state is greater than the number who are residents of any one other state. III. None of the criteria of paragraphs I and II is met, but the employer has elected coverage in this state or, the employer having failed to elect coverage in any state, the individual has filed a claim for benefits, based on such service, under the law of this state. IV. An "American employer", for purposes of this section, means a person who is: (a) An individual who is a resident of the United States; or (b) A partnership if 2/3 or more of the partners are residents of the United States; or (c) A trust, if all of the trustees are residents of the United States; or (d) A corporation organized under the laws of the United States or of any state.
Source: official New Hampshire text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Hampshire § 282-A-20
What does New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 282-A-20 cover?
Section 282-A-20 ("Section 282-A:20 Employment.") 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 § 282-A-20?
A common citation format is "New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 282-A-20" (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 § 282-A-20 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.