New Hampshire HB1547 modifies the appeal process for misdemeanor sexual assault, assault, and stalking convictions in circuit court.

New Hampshire HB1547 amends the state's appeal process for misdemeanor sexual assault, assault, and stalking convictions in circuit court. It allows defendants to either appeal within 30 days to the superior court for a jury trial or proceed with a trial in the circuit court, which waives the right to a jury trial and appeal. The circuit court must conduct a colloquy with the defendant to ensure they knowingly, voluntarily, and intelligently waive their right to a jury trial.

New Hampshire HB1547 modifies the appeal process for misdemeanor sexual assault, assault, and stalking convictions in circuit court.

New Hampshire HB1547 amends the state's appeal process for misdemeanor sexual assault, assault, and stalking convictions in circuit court. It allows defendants to either appeal within 30 days to the superior court for a jury trial or proceed with a trial in the circuit court, which waives the right to a jury trial and appeal. The circuit court must conduct a colloquy with the defendant to ensure they knowingly, voluntarily, and intelligently waive their right to a jury trial.