New Hampshire Statutes
§ 463:3 — Parents' Rights
New Hampshire·Title XLIV GUARDIANS AND CONSERVATORS·Ch. 463 GUARDIANSHIP OF MINORS AND ESTATES OF MINORS
I.The father and mother of every minor are joint guardians of the person of such minor, and the powers, rights, and duties of the father and mother in regard to such minor shall be equal. Upon the death of either parent, the survivor shall be the sole guardian of the person of the minor.
II.Nothing in this chapter shall prevent the probate court from appointing a guardian of the person or of the estate or both, and the custody of any minor may be awarded to either parent by such court.
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Legislative History
1995, 222:1, eff. Jan. 1, 1996.
Nearby Sections
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§ 463:1
Statement of Purpose§ 463:10
Who May be Appointed Guardian§ 463:15
Termination of Guardianship§ 463:16
Modification of Guardianship§ 463:17
Periodic Court Review§ 463:18
Consent to Service§ 463:19-a
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