State of Vermont v. Jason Bessette

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Case Hearing Information

Date: Tuesday, Aug 4th, 2026
Time: 8:30 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: Jason M. Bessette
Attorney: Richard Edward McCormick
Plaintiff: State of Vermont
Attorney: Mark P. Houle
Bail Bondsman: AAA Bail Bonds LLC
Bailor: Jeffrey Belden

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State of Vermont v. Jason Bessette

#26-CR-03760 / Criminal / Jury Draw

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