HB1547

Relative to appeals from convictions in circuit court for certain offenses.

Introduced·12/10/25
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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.

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Calendar

Jan 28

11:30 AM

Judiciary Executive Session

Jan 28

11:30 AM

Judiciary Public Hearing

History

Feb 12

House

Refer for Interim Study: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/12/2026 House Journal 4 P. 8

Feb 2

House

Executive Session: 01/28/2026 11:30 am GP 230

Feb 2

House

Committee Report: Refer for Interim Study 01/28/2026 (Vote 18-0; Consent Calendar) House Calendar 6 P. 7