A person who, with the intent to harass or annoy a former juror because of the verdict returned by the jury or the participation of the juror in the verdict, [communicates directly or indirectly with the juror in a manner that intimidates the juror] [conveys a threat of injury or damage to the juror's property or person], is guilty of unlawful harassment of and communication with a former juror.

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF OFFENSE CHARGED

The State’s burden of proof is satisfied if the evidence shows, beyond a reasonable doubt, the following essential elements:

1) On or about [month] [day] [year], in [County], North Dakota,

2) The Defendant, _______________;

3) Intended to harass or annoy a former juror because of the verdict returned by the jury or the participation of the juror in the verdict; and

4) [Communicated directly or indirectly with the juror in a manner that intimidated the juror] [Conveyed a threat of injury or damage to the juror's property or person].

DEFINITIONS

"Juror" means a grand juror or a petit juror and includes a person who has been drawn or summoned to attend as a prospective juror, and any referee, arbitrator, umpire, or assessor authorized by law to hear and determine any controversy.

Conduct directed against the juror's spouse or other relative residing in the same household with the juror shall be deemed conduct directed against the juror.