Vermont § 5573 - Complaint
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 5573 — Complaint, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5573. Complaint
- (a) A complaint filed under this subchapter shall be supported by facts and shall allege
that: (1) the complainant has been convicted of a felony crime, been sentenced to a term of
imprisonment, and served at least six months of the sentence in a correctional facility;
and (2) the complainant was exonerated through the complainant’s conviction being reversed
or vacated, the information or indictment being dismissed, the complainant being acquitted
after a second or subsequent trial, or the granting of a pardon. (b) The court may dismiss the complaint, upon its own motion or upon motion of the State,
if it determines that the complaint does not state a claim for which relief may be
granted. (Added 2007, No. 60, § 1; amended 2013, No. 126 (Adj. Sess.), § 4.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 5573
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 5573 cover?
Section 5573 ("Complaint") 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 § 5573?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 5573" (Vermont). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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How does Vermont § 5573 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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