Relationships New Hampshire

It is unlawful to marry your first cousin.

Status: Still Enforced / On the Books

The Law Explained

Unlike several neighboring New England states, New Hampshire maintains a strict prohibition against first-cousin marriages. The law was historically rooted in genetic concerns and Victorian-era morality, specifically voiding any marriage between individuals related closely by blood.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: RSA 457:2

Where to look:

New Hampshire Marriages Code

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