NH · constitutions
N.H. Const. pt. II, art. 46
Nomination and Appointment of Officers
All judicial officers, the attorney general, and all officers of the navy, and general and field officers of the militia, shall be nominated and appointed by the governor and council; and every such nomination shall be made at least three days prior to such appointment; and no appointment shall take place, unless a majority of the council agree thereto.
History
June 2, 1784 Amended 1792 making minor changes in wording. Amended 1877 deleting solicitors and sheriffs from those appointed by governor and council. Amended 1976 deleting appointment of coroners by governor and council.
Provenance
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- www.nh.gov
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- 2026-09-29
- Edition
- 2026-09-29
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