Q: in nh during a child abuse case if someone is called in for questioning do they have to go in willingly
Meaning the alleged perpetrator.... not jist a witness
A: It would depend on the person's relation to the allegation. If someone is simply an alleged witness to the allegation then you would not have to speak to anyone if you did not want to. If it eventually arises to a criminal charge then a subpoena could be issued for a trial, but lawyers and police are reluctant to force someone to come in and testify if they do not want to do so.
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