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The jury charge is the questions, instructions, and definitions given to the jury by the court (judge) in a lawsuit to resolve the dispute between the parties. The jury’s answers to the questions in the jury charge determines the outcome of the lawsuit (the jury verdict), and is ultimately reflected in the court’s judgment (the statement of the relief granted in the lawsuit—generally who owes who money).

In New Hampshire, the jury charge, also known as jury instructions, is a crucial component of a trial. It consists of the questions, instructions, and legal definitions that the judge provides to the jury before they deliberate. The purpose of the jury charge is to guide the jurors on how to apply the law to the facts of the case. The instructions will typically cover the relevant laws, the standards that must be met to find in favor of the plaintiff or defendant, and the burden of proof. The jury uses these instructions to reach a verdict, which is their decision regarding the outcome of the lawsuit. Once the jury reaches a verdict, the court will enter a judgment based on that verdict, which may include the award of damages or other relief. New Hampshire follows the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, with state-specific modifications, and the jury charge is tailored to the particular facts and legal issues of the case at hand.

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