State of Vermont v. Bret Kistner

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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: Thursday, Sep 17th, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM

Location:
Windham Criminal Division
30 Putney Road, 2nd Floor, Brattleboro, VT 05301

Room

Family/Criminal/Probate Courtroom 1

Location Contact Information:
p. 802-257-2800

Judicial Assignments

Judge Gray, Heather
Defendant: Bret Kistner
Attorney: Daniel S. Stevens
Plaintiff: State of Vermont
Attorney: Johns H. Congdon
Interested Party: Rachel Chris
Attorney:
Victim's Advocate: Kati Sell-Knapp
Attorney:
Bailor: Valerie Brassor
Attorney:

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State of Vermont v. Bret Kistner

#26-CR-05467 / Criminal / Pre Trial Conference

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