State of Vermont v. Francis Irish

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Case Hearing Information

Date: Wednesday, Sep 16th, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM

Location:
Orange Criminal Division
5 Court Street, Chelsea, VT 05038

Room

Courtroom 1

Location Contact Information:
p. 802-685-4610

Judicial Assignments

Judge Thibault, Rory T.
Defendant: Francis C. Irish
Attorney: Michael K. Shane
Plaintiff: State of Vermont
Attorney: Stephen J. Craddock
Victim's Advocate: Melissa Wilder
Interested Party: Orange County Restorative Justice
Co-Counsel: Michael K. Shane

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State of Vermont v. Francis Irish

#26-CR-07010 / Criminal / Status Conference

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