State of New Hampshire v. Darlene Washburn

Following a jury trial, the defendant, Darlene Washburn, was convicted of possession of a schedule II controlled drug. See RSA 318-B:2 (2011) (amended 2013, 2015, 2016). On appeal, she argues that the Trial Court ( Houran , J.) erred when it: (1) denied her motion to suppress evidence seized in warrantless searches of her purse, vehicle, and home; and (2) instructed the jury on a lesser-included offense that did not ensure jury unanimity and failed to protect her against double jeopardy. We affirm.

The issues raised by the defendant address two rulings made by the trial court at different…