03/02/2026
NHSP Contact Person Notification Program
The Contact Person Notification Program provides a resource for persons with certain disabilities that may contribute to an inability to effectively communicate in an encounter with law enforcement.
The program provides a means by which the participating person, or legal guardian, may voluntarily provide information to the Department of Safety for entry into the Contact Person Notification Program database, and be accessible to law enforcement, when a query is made on the participating person.
Examples are persons who have medical conditions that may put them at risk, persons suffering from a neurocognitive disorder, such as dementia, a mental illness, an intellectual disability, or Autism Spectrum Disorder.
An application by the participating/contact person (or their legal guardian) is required. It must provide demographic information about the individual, and information about the person(s) to be contacted who will assist with communications. The application may also provide an opportunity for the applicant to provide specific behavioral information concerning the participating person, such as a negative reaction to loud noises, to assist law enforcement when interacting with the person. The record may be modified when new or updated information becomes available from the participating person or their legal guardian to include changes in status for the participating person or changes to the contact person's information. The record may be cancelled upon notification by the participating person or their legal guardian.
To join the program, complete and submit one of the applicable forms available on the NH State Police Documents and Forms page (https://www.nhsp.dos.nh.gov/resources/documents-and-forms).
