New Hampshire § 506-2 - Section 506:2 Special Promises, Etc.
Full text of New Hampshire New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 506-2 — Section 506:2 Special Promises, Etc., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 506-2. Section 506:2 Special Promises, Etc.
No action shall be brought to charge an executor or administrator upon a special promise to answer damages out of his own estate or to charge any person upon a special promise to answer for the debt, default or miscarriage of another, or upon any agreement made in consideration of marriage or that is not to be performed within one year from the time of making it, unless such promise or agreement, or some note or memorandum thereof, is in writing and signed by the party to be charged or by some person authorized by him.
Source: official New Hampshire text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Hampshire § 506-2
What does New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 506-2 cover?
Section 506-2 ("Section 506:2 Special Promises, Etc.") 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 § 506-2?
A common citation format is "New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 506-2" (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 § 506-2 apply to my situation?
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