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\n \n Vermont Statutes of Limitations\n <\/h1>\n \n It is in the interest of the courts, both civil and criminal, to adjudicate cases as soon as possible in order to ensure efficiency and integrity of the evidence. \n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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It is in the best interests of civil and criminal courts to resolve cases as soon as possible. This helps ensure efficiency and preserves the integrity of the evidence. This is why legislators implement statutes of limitations<\/a>, laws that set time limits for plaintiffs or prosecutors to file a civil claim or criminal case.<\/p>\r\n

This section highlights Vermont\u2019s civil and criminal statutes of limitation. We\u2019ll explain how Vermont law sets time limits for filing civil actions and criminal charges. You’ll also learn what it means when the courts \u201ctoll<\/a>\u201d the statute of limitations period.<\/p>\r\n

Learn About Vermont Statutes of Limitations<\/h2>\r\n

The articles below provide an overview of Vermont\u2019s statutes of limitations, both civil and criminal. They also discuss the statute of limitations for civil actions and specific crimes, such as sexual abuse<\/a> and aggravated sexual assault.<\/p>\r\n

The Vermont Statutes Annotated<\/a> (VSA) govern the statutes of limitations periods for every civil cause of action and crime. If a plaintiff or a prosecutor misses the filing deadline, the court will dismiss their case.<\/p>\r\n

Vermont Civil Statute of Limitations<\/a><\/p>\r\n