State of Vermont v. Payton Stearns

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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, Jul 22nd, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM

Location:
Orange Criminal Division
5 Court Street, Chelsea, VT 05038

Room

Courtroom 1

Location Contact Information:
p. 802-685-4610

Judicial Assignments

Judge Tomasi, Timothy B.
Defendant: Payton H Stearns
Plaintiff: State of Vermont
Attorney: Zachary Chen
Victim's Advocate: Armina Medic
Co-Counsel: Heather E. Ross
Co-Counsel: Nicholas R. Battey
Witness: Witness
Attorney: Tracy Kelly Shriver
Co-Counsel: Devin T. McKnight
Co-Counsel: Jennifer A. Nelson

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State of Vermont v. Payton Stearns

#25-CR-01965 / Criminal / Status Conference

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