State of Vermont v. Paul Gorton

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Case Hearing Information

Date: Monday, Oct 5th, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM

Location:
Chittenden Criminal Division
32 Cherry St. , Suite 300, Burlington, VT 05401

Room

Family/Criminal Courtroom 3A

Location Contact Information:
p. 802-651-1950

Judicial Assignments

Judge Novotny, Elizabeth
Defendant: Paul W. Gorton
Attorney: Sandra M. Lee
Plaintiff: State of Vermont
Attorney: Ryan Richards
Victim's Advocate: Karen Burns
Bailor: Maya F. Chittenden

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State of Vermont v. Paul Gorton

#26-CR-03069 / Criminal / Jury Draw

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