"On February 22, 2017, Governor Sununu signed into law Senate Bill 12 (“SB 12”). Effective immediately, RSA 159:6 has been amended to allow a person to carry a loaded, concealed pistol or revolver without a license unless such person is otherwise prohibited by New Hampshire statute."
The perception out there now is that anyone can carry a gun at any time and any place. This is not the case. There are other laws that prohibit guns in and around schools- these are federal laws. And New Hampshire's state law does not negate these federal laws concerning the Gun Free School Zones Act. This act makes it a crime to possess a firearm in a school zone. "School Zones" cover school property within 1000 feet of the school grounds. There are a few exceptions to this, such as, law enforcement officials in their official capacity, for example, our district's SRO (Student Resource Officer).
On another note, RSA 193:3 requires us to expel from school for 12 months any student who brings a gun to school. Students are not allowed to have guns on school property at any time.
