HB1216
House · 2026 sessionBipartisanDied at adjournmentInformed consent for home searches
AI-generatedExtends the existing informed-consent process for warrantless vehicle searches to also cover searches of homes and other real property, requiring officers to inform occupants of their right to refuse.
relative to informed consent for law enforcement searches of houses or other property.Official record
Division of testimonyComputed by this site
174 submissionsHatched = form letter ··
Status
Passed the House; died at adjournment without a final vote · March 11, 2026- ✓Introduced
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Argument digest
AI-generatedfrom 9 of 161 written submissionsHB1216 concerns informed consent for law enforcement searches of houses or other property. Opponents, dominated by a widely-submitted form letter, characterize the bill as expanding warrantless search authority to homes and real property in a manner similar to vehicle searches, arguing this violates Fourth Amendment protections that existing emergency exceptions already adequately cover. A smaller number of supporters describe the bill in the opposite terms, as requiring informed consent before entry and thereby strengthening Fourth Amendment protections against coercive or unwarranted searches.
- Bill requires informed consent, strengthening Fourth Amendment protectionsSupport2 of 9 reviewed
Supporters describe the bill as requiring that property owners fully understand their rights before law enforcement enters, arguing it strengthens Fourth Amendment protections and prevents coercive searches rather than expanding search power.
“There should never be unwarranted entry to anyone's property, of any kind, without that person fully understanding their rights.”
— Nicholas Ferrigno, Newbury · #585201 — read full submission →
“Strengthens Fourth Amendment protections and prevents coercive searches of homes or property.”
— Hannah Meiselman, Manchester · #587834 — read full submission →
- Bill would expand warrantless searches of homes, violating the Fourth AmendmentOppose6 of 9 reviewed · 153 via form letter
Opponents argue the bill extends warrantless search authority to real property such as homes in a manner similar to vehicle searches, which they view as an unconstitutional erosion of Fourth Amendment protections given that existing exceptions for emergencies are already sufficient.
“This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution.”
— form letter, submitted 153 times · #574411 — read full submission →
“HB 1216 would expand warrantless search authority to real property, including homes and other structures, in a manner similar to how law enforcement may attempt to search vehicles.”
— Patrick Leblanc, Whitefield · #576399 — read full submission →
“Our homes are our last defense and meant to serve as our shelter. Stop trying to pass laws that keep bringing us closer to authoritarianism.”
— Joanna Lally, Holderness · #563793 — read full submission →
Generated by claude-sonnet-5 (claude code agent) on Jul 20, 2026. Quotes are verbatim excerpts, verified against the cited submission before publication. Summaries are AI interpretation of the record, not part of it.
Form-letter campaigns
153 of 161 written submissions (95%)153 submissions match a shared template; 8 are individually written.
- Oppose warrantless home searchesAI-generatedOppose153 submissions on this bill
The template argues that expanding warrantless searches to real property violates the Fourth Amendment and that existing exceptions are sufficient protection.
The letter · submitted 153 times I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Brendan Rainville Plaistow, NH
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The record · every submission as filed
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Veronica Joyce for Myself Manchester Do not take away our rights against unlawful search. There is no reason to show up to someone's house without a warrant. | Manchester | Oppose | 121 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Hannah Meiselman for Myself Manchester Strengthens Fourth Amendment protections and prevents coercive searches of homes or property. | Manchester | Support | 93 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Jim Moffett for Myself Newmarket Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Jim Moffett Newmarket, NH | Newmarket | OpposeForm letter | 866 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Hillary Raimondi for Myself Hollis Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Hillary Raimondi | Hollis | OpposeForm letter | 857 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Michael Raimondi for Myself Hollis Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Michael Raimondi | Hollis | OpposeForm letter | 857 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Scott Porter for Myself Nashua Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Scott Porter Nashua, NH | Nashua | OpposeForm letter | 864 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Edward Saltalamacchia for Myself Hollis Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Edward Saltalamacchia | Hollis | OpposeForm letter | 862 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Lauren Saltalamacchia for Myself Hollis Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Lauren Saltalamacchia | Hollis | OpposeForm letter | 862 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Charlotte Constantian for Myself Hollis Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Charlotte Constantian Hollis, NH | Hollis | OpposeForm letter | 873 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Jerry Giesecke for Myself Merrimack Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Jerry Giesecke Merrimack, NH | Merrimack | OpposeForm letter | 869 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Brian Hood for Myself New Ipswich Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Brian Hood New Ipswich, NH | New Ipswich | OpposeForm letter | 867 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Tina Hood for Myself New Ipswich Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Tina Hood New Ipswich, NH | New Ipswich | OpposeForm letter | 866 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Carla Ramirez for Myself Hollis Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Carla Ramirez | Hollis | OpposeForm letter | 854 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Rene Leclerc for Myself Candia Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Rene Leclerc Candia, NH | Candia | OpposeForm letter | 864 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Eric Rothkopf for Myself Nashua Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Eric Rothkopf Nashua, NH | Nashua | OpposeForm letter | 865 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
DAVID FRESCHI for Myself HOOKSETT Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, DAVID FRESCHI HOOKSETT, NH | HOOKSETT | OpposeForm letter | 867 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Susan Romito for Myself Hollis Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Susan Romito Hollis, NH | Hollis | OpposeForm letter | 864 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Mark Constantian for Myself Hollis Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Mark Constantian Hollis, NH | Hollis | OpposeForm letter | 868 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
tom luther for Myself claremont Greetings from Sullivan County No. I don't need more excuses for warrantless activity. | claremont | Oppose | 90 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Eric Morin for Myself Hollis Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Eric Morin Hollis, NH | Hollis | OpposeForm letter | 862 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Peter Stauble for Myself Hollis Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Peter Stauble Hollis, NH | Hollis | OpposeForm letter | 865 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Debra Blake for Myself Hooksett Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Debra Blake Hooksett, NH | Hooksett | OpposeForm letter | 865 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Virgina Grady for Myself Hollis Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, Virgina Grady Hollis, NH | Hollis | OpposeForm letter | 865 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
Nicholas Ferrigno for Myself Newbury I support this bill because it further protects our freedoms. Especially in the current sociopolitical context, this is an extremely important provision that I will be following closely. There should never be unwarranted entry to anyone's property, of any kind, without that person fully understanding their rights. | Newbury | Support | 318 | Jan 29, 2026 | |
janine byron for Myself hollis Honorable Committee Members, I urge you to vote Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) on HB 1216. This bill would expand warrantless searches to real property, such as homes and other structures, in the same way that law enforcement can currently attempt to search vehicles. This is a clear violation of our Fourth Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment exists specifically to protect citizens from unreasonable searches of their homes. Current law already allows exceptions for genuine emergencies, which is sufficient for real property. There is no need to further erode these constitutional protections. Our homes should remain our castles, protected from government intrusion without proper judicial oversight. I respectfully urge you to reject HB 1216 and vote Inexpedient to Legislate. Respectfully, janine byron hollis, NH | hollis | OpposeForm letter | 864 | Jan 29, 2026 |