Vermont § 709 - Suspension and revocation

Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 709 — Suspension and revocation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 709. Suspension and revocation

  • (a) The Commissioner may at any time cancel, suspend, revoke, or refuse to renew any driver’s
    training school or instructor’s license when the Commissioner is satisfied that: (1) the licensee fails to meet the applicable requirements for a license under sections
    704 and 705 of this title; (2) under the circumstances the Commissioner would have the right under the provisions
    of section 708 of this title to refuse to issue a license if the licensee were then making application therefor; (3) the licensee represents himself or herself as an agent or employee of the Department
    or uses advertising designed to lead persons, or that would reasonably have the effect
    of leading persons, to believe that such licensee is an employee or representative
    of the Department; (4) the licensee has willfully violated the provisions of section 705 of this title; or (5) the licensee has failed to comply with the rules of the Commissioner made pursuant
    to this subchapter. (b) Notwithstanding the renewal of a license, the Commissioner may revoke or suspend such
    license for causes prescribed in this section although such causes occurred during
    license periods prior to the renewal. (Added 1959, No, 153, § 9, eff. Jan. 1, 1960; amended 2025, No. 18, § 39, eff. May 13, 2025.)

Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 709

What does Vermont Statutes Online § 709 cover?

Section 709 ("Suspension and revocation") 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 § 709?

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Is this the official text of Vermont law?

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How does Vermont § 709 apply to my situation?

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