Vermont § 3065 - Counsel

Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 3065 — Counsel, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 3065. Counsel

  • (a)(1) The respondent shall have the right to be represented by counsel of his or her own
    choosing at any stage of a guardianship proceeding. Unless a respondent is already
    represented, the court: (A) shall appoint counsel for the respondent when an initial petition for guardianship
    is filed; (B) shall appoint counsel for the respondent in any subsequent proceeding if the respondent
    or a party requests appointment in writing; and (C) may appoint counsel for the respondent on the court’s initiative in any subsequent
    proceeding. (2) Appointed counsel shall have the right to withdraw upon conclusion of the proceeding
    for which he or she has been appointed.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 3065

What does Vermont Statutes Online § 3065 cover?

Section 3065 ("Counsel") 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 § 3065?

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Is this the official text of Vermont law?

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How does Vermont § 3065 apply to my situation?

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