New Hampshire Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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Is it legal to use a firearm in self-defense in New Hampshire outside of your home?

Yes, but you must retreat first if safe to do so
Yes, with no duty to retreat
No
Only with a permit

The correct answer is: Yes, with no duty to retreat

In New Hampshire, individuals have the right to use a firearm in self-defense outside of their home with no duty to retreat. This concept is often referred to as "stand your ground," which means that individuals are not required to retreat before using force to defend themselves if they reasonably believe that such force is necessary to protect against imminent harm. This principle is enshrined in New Hampshire law, allowing individuals to defend themselves with a firearm when faced with a threat, without the obligation to retreat.