CONCORD, N.H.—New Hampshire's House plans to investigate whether grounds exist to impeach a marital master, a court officer that handles family court cases.
The House voted 242-105 Wednesday to adopt a resolution giving its Judiciary Committee power to conduct the investigation and report back to the House. Supporters argue a series of complaints against Master Phillip Cross merit the expense of investigating further.
Opponents said the allegations arise out of three contentious divorce proceedings and have been shown to be untrue or mischaracterizations.
Marital masters are officers of the court that handle family court cases.
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