Vermont District Attorneys

There are two sides to every criminal case. These are the prosecution and the defense. In essence, the prosecutor is representing "the people," or society as a whole. The prosecutor works to get justice for the victim of a crime. They try to ensure that the defendant gets punished for the crime they've committed. The prosecutor can achieve their goals by going to trial or negotiating a plea deal with the defendant.

While some states call prosecutors district attorneys, other states vary in what they call them. For example, in Vermont, district attorneys are state's attorneys. States also determine how to divide the territory for which each district attorney is responsible. In Vermont, each state's attorney handles a particular county.

Vermont Attorney General

The Office of the Vermont Attorney General serves for two years before re-election. In these ways, they serve the public interest. In many respects, they serve crime victims, as well. The attorney general also has the following duties:

• Supervise criminal prosecutions
• Consult with and advise the state's attorneys in matters that relate to their official duties
• Assist state's attorneys by attending the grand jury when it's in the state of Vermont's interests

It's also the attorney general's responsibility to represent the state when it's a party to a criminal or civil case. Finally, the attorney general must advise state officers when they have legal questions about their official duties.

As noted, the attorney general handles prosecuting all crimes. Examples of crimes are the following:

• Domestic violence
• Sexual assault
• Fraud, including healthcare fraud
• Criminal child support arrears

D.A.s and A.G.s often lead community outreach programs that help victims of crime and reduce crime.

Getting the Legal Help You Need

If you're facing charges or having to speak with the attorney general's office, it's important to work with an attorney. Even if you can't afford an attorney, you still have options. You could contact the office of the public defender. Attorneys with the office of the public defender provide free legal services to low-income defendants.

You could also try contacting any one of the legal clinics at Vermont Law School. Law students, paralegals, and attorneys can help you for free. They can help you resolve your criminal matters, fill out court forms, and help with your legal problems. They can provide you with legal advice. At the legal clinics at Vermont Law School, attorneys offer legal help for free (pro bono) legal service.

You could also visit VTLawHelp.org. This is the webpage for Vermont's legal help website. This is a self-help resource. It can provide free legal answers and legal information. You can find information about assistance programs that can help you pay legal fees. You can also find attorneys through this website. If you need more referrals, you could contact the Vermont Bar Association. Its lawyer referral service is free. It's essential to get the advocacy you need.

Directory of Vermont District Attorneys

Below are links to each county's state's attorney in Vermont. Each district of Vermont has a different district attorney. If you don't find one listed below, you can easily find them online.

Note: We strive to provide the most current contact and website information for the D.A. offices in this state. But this information is subject to change. If you have found contact or website information that is not current, please contact us.

Vermont District Attorneys: More Resources

If you have more questions about the criminal justice process or would like to do your own research, click on the links below. Keep in mind state laws are constantly changing, and it is important to stay current on the criminal laws in your jurisdiction.

Get Legal Help With a Criminal Law Matter

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Questions About Vermont District Attorneys? Talk to a Criminal Defense Attorney

Whether a Vermont district attorney charged you with a misdemeanor or a felony, it's essential to understand the law and the facts against you. This is especially true before accepting a plea deal or entering a guilty plea. So, before making a decision that can affect you for the rest of your life, discuss your case with a local criminal defense attorney.  It's important to get help for your legal issues.