State of Vermont v. Eric Benware

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Case Hearing Information

Date: Tuesday, Sep 1st, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM

Location:
Franklin Criminal Division
36 Lake Street, St. Albans, VT 05478

Room

Franklin Family/Criminal Courtroom #1

Location Contact Information:
p. 802-524-7997

Judicial Assignments

Judge Novotny, Elizabeth
Defendant: Eric J. Benware
Plaintiff: State of Vermont
Attorney: Joel G. Rice Bright
Victim's Advocate: Olivia Devine
Bailor: Amber Sweet

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State of Vermont v. Eric Benware

#26-CR-00762 / Criminal / Arraignment

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