Kozerski v. Steere

The issue in this case is whether the defendants, selectmen of Swanzey, improperly refused under New Hampshire law to renew the plaintiffs license to carry a loaded pistol because the plaintiff had a prior felony conviction.

The plaintiff was convicted of a felony in another state in May 1969. After a period of confinement and parole, he was discharged. In June 1976, the plaintiff moved to Swanzey in this State, and in August 1976 was sworn in as a police officer of the town. He served in that capacity until September 1980, when he was notified that his appointment was revoked.

In September…