The multi-faceted mission of the Department of Safety encompasses protection of the lives and safety and preservation of the quality of life of New Hampshire citizens and visitors to our state on the highways, on the waterways, and in their homes and businesses. We enforce motor vehicle and highway safety laws, criminal laws, commercial vehicle regulations, fire safety, building and equipment safety laws and regulations, and boating safety laws and rules. We also provide enhanced 911 emergency communications statewide, and are responsible for homeland safety and emergency management activities.

	News and Events
	July 24, 2008 Governor Lynch Declares State of Emergency for Five Counties July 23, 2008 NH Officials Warn of Potential Flood Hazards July 17, 2008 State Begins Issuing New NH Vehicle Registrations July 7, 2008 Courtesy Boat Inspections June 23, 2008 New NH Vehicle Registrations Will Add Improved Technology June 20, 2008 Fire Officials Urge Caution With Home Fireworks May 30, 2008 New NH Driver Licenses Will Reduce Identity Theft, Improve Enforcement
	Of Interest
	The New Driver License Boating Education Program Fire Safe Cigarette Law 2007 Homeland Grants