Enacted in accordance with Article 44 PartII of the N.H. Constitution without the signature of the governor. Chapter 342;eff. 01/01/2027
Summary
The bill would let people convicted of felonies or class A misdemeanors file a new‑trial petition after the usual three‑year limit if they are still under sentence, present newly discovered evidence, and claim innocence. It applies only to criminal convictions and adds procedural steps for courts, including a prima‑facie review and possible appointment of counsel. The measure also requires the state to reactivate victim services during the reinvestigation.
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