State vs. Shover, John L.

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Case Hearing Information

Date: Monday, Jul 20th, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM

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
Probation Officer: Cathy St. John
Victim's Advocate: Kelly Woodward
Plaintiff: State of Vermont
Attorney: Diane C. Wheeler
Defendant: John L. Shover
Attorney: Richard C. Bothfeld

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#369-4-12 Frcr / Criminal / Motion Hearing

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