Vermont § 5232 - Procedures generally
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 5232 — Procedures generally, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5232. Procedures generally
- (a) Any action filed under this subchapter shall be summary in nature, and a hearing shall
be held as soon as practicable. The Probate Division of the Superior Court may order
interim, ex parte relief based on available information. In extraordinary circumstances,
the court may authorize use of discovery, subject to the inherent time constraints
required because of the subject matter. The Vermont Rules of Evidence shall not apply,
except for those rules respecting privilege. Affidavits of parties and witnesses shall
be admissible evidence that may be rebutted by witnesses or affidavits offered by
other parties. Other evidence is admissible if it is of a type commonly relied upon
by reasonably prudent persons in the conduct of their daily affairs. Telephone testimony
shall be authorized unless otherwise ordered for good cause shown. Any person shall
be entitled, but not required, to be represented by an attorney. (Added 2007, No. 56, § 1; amended 2009, No. 154 (Adj. Sess.), § 238a, eff. Feb. 1, 2011.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 5232
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 5232 cover?
Section 5232 ("Procedures generally") 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 § 5232?
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Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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How does Vermont § 5232 apply to my situation?
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