State of Vermont v. Melody Fairbanks

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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: Wednesday, Oct 14th, 2026
Time: 10:30 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: Melody M. Fairbanks
Attorney: Michael K. Shane
Bailor: Nicholas Ward
Interested Party: Orange County Restorative Justice
Probation Officer: Dane Cooley
Plaintiff: State of Vermont
Attorney: Colin Seaman

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State of Vermont v. Melody Fairbanks

#24-CR-10941 / Criminal / VOP Status Conference

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