State of Vermont v. Michael Thayer

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Case Hearing Information

Date: Monday, Oct 5th, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM

Location:
Washington Criminal Division
255 North Main St, Suite 1, Barre, VT 05641

Room

Terry Trono Courtroom - Barre

Location Contact Information:
p. 802-479-4205

Judicial Assignments

Judge Kainen, Michael R.
Defendant: Michael Scott Thayer
Attorney: Andrew M. Pappone
Plaintiff: State of Vermont
Attorney: Zachery David Weight
Victim's Advocate: Holly Leach
Co-Counsel: Talon Wendel

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State of Vermont v. Michael Thayer

#25-CR-11998 / Criminal / Status Conference

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