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
	January 15, 2009 DMV Opens Temporary Office In Lebanon December 7, 2009 Cold Case Unit November 30, 2009 Gov. Lynch, DMV Unveil New Online Driver’s License Renewal System
	Of Interest
	2009 Homeland Security Grants Boating Education Program Fire Safe Cigarette Law