Ari Smith v. Cynthia Sakata

Vermont Judiciary to Launch New Online Payment System for Judicial Bureau Fines. Read more>>

Beware of Scams: Fraudulent Messages Targeting Vermont Drivers. Read more>>

Vermont Judiciary Transitioning from Webex to Zoom for Remote Hearings. Read more>>

The Orleans County Courthouse at 247 Main Street in Newport is temporarily closed to the public. Court assistance and forms are available at the Orleans Criminal Courthouse located next door at 217 Main Street. All hearings will be held in person at 217 Main Street unless you are notified otherwise.

Case Hearing Information

Date: Tuesday, Jul 7th, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM

Location:
Chittenden Family Division
32 Cherry Street, Suite 200, Burlington, VT 05401

Room

Family/Criminal Courtroom 1D

Location Contact Information:
p. 802-651-1709

Judicial Assignments

Judge Rowntree, Laura C
Plaintiff: Ari Staton Smith
Attorney: Caryn E. Waxman
Defendant: Cynthia Yoko Sakata
Attorney: Jennifer E. Agnew
Minor: Minor
Attorney: Kurt Hughes
Guardian Ad Litem: Priscilla Dube

Get Directions

Courthouse Details

#23-DM-02743 / Domestic / Status Conference

Case Hearing Information

Judicial Assignments

Mission Statement

Our Vision