Teacher charged with sex assault of 18-year-old student. First case under NH's new law.

Seacoast Online                                                                                                              April 21, 2022

A former New Hampshire teacher of the year finalist is facing felony charges, accused of sexually assaulting an 18-year-old student last year in what is the first criminal case brought under a new state law. 

The New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence supported the bill.
Pamela Keilig, the coalition’s policy specialist, said the law sends a “clear message that it is never appropriate for a teacher to engage in sexual contact with a student.” 

“This legislation was critical in advancing protections for survivors in our state and ensures that all students in a primary or secondary educational setting are protected, even if they have turned 18,” Keilig said. “Youth have the right to learn in a safe environment and should never fear being exploited by adults who are in a position of trust and authority over them.”

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