RSA 356-A:11 Investigations and Proceedings.

I. The attorney general may:
(a) Make necessary public or private investigations within or outside of this state to determine whether any person has violated or is about to violate this chapter or any rule or order hereunder, or to aid in the enforcement of this chapter or in the prescribing of rules and forms hereunder;
(b) Require or permit any person to file a statement in writing, under oath and subject to the pains and penalties of perjury or otherwise as the agency determines, as to all the circumstances concerning matters under investigation.
II. For the purpose of any hearing under this chapter, the attorney general or any officer designated by rule may administer oaths or affirmations. Upon his own motion or upon request of any party, the attorney general