Vermont § 20 - Separability of provisions
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 20 — Separability of provisions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20. Separability of provisions
- (a) If any section, clause, or provision of this chapter shall be held unconstitutional,
or be ineffective in whole or in part, to the extent that it is not unconstitutional
or ineffective, it shall be valid and effective and no other section, clause, or provision
shall, on account thereof, be deemed invalid or ineffective. (b) Where any specific section, clause, or provision of this chapter conflicts with any
general provision of the statutory laws of this State, laws other than Constitution,
such section, clause, or provision of this chapter shall prevail unless the intent
of such general statutory provision to amend this chapter is clear. (Added 1971, No. 135, § 20.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 20
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 20 cover?
Section 20 ("Separability of provisions") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Vermont § 20?
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Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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How does Vermont § 20 apply to my situation?
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