Vermont § 5540a - Jurisdiction over small claims; assistant judges
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§ 5540a. Jurisdiction over small claims; assistant judges
- (a)(1) Subject to the limitations in this section and notwithstanding any provision of law
to the contrary, assistant judges of Essex, Caledonia, Rutland, and Bennington Counties
sitting alone shall hear and decide small claims actions filed under this chapter
with the Essex, Caledonia, Rutland, and Bennington Superior Courts. (2) [Repealed.]
Source: official Vermont text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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