State v. Baxter

MICHAEL A. WOLFF, Chief Justice.

Scott Baxter challenges his convictions for second-degree arson and third-degree assault on the basis that the record does not reflect that he knowingly, voluntarily, and intelligently waived his right to a jury trial. Although the record does not reflect that Baxter personally stated his waiver in open court — a practice that is recommended for a jury trial waiver — the record clearly indicates that he waived the right.

Preliminary Discussion

Because Baxter does not allege that there was insufficient evidence to support his conviction, it is not necessary to…