[Criminal Law Basics Ep. 1] Casual Encounters with Cops? When It Becomes a Detention or Arrest in NH

17/05/2025 13 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, we break down what happens when you have a casual encounter with law enforcement on the street in New Hampshire — what’s just a friendly chat, what counts as an investigative detention (also called a Terry stop), and when things cross over into an actual arrest. We’ll cover your rights during these stops, when you have to identify yourself, and what “reasonable suspicion” really means. If you’re curious about how police encounters work and what you should know to protect yourself, this episode is for you.Want to learn more or get in touch with legal help? Contact Stone Law, PLLC at [email protected]

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