Vermont Statutes Title 12 Sec. 4916
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Terms Used In Vermont Statutes Title 12 Sec. 4916
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Restitution: The court-ordered payment of money by the defendant to the victim for damages caused by the criminal action.
- Verdict: The decision of a petit jury or a judge.
- Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.
§ 4916. Verdict of guilty, restitution ordered when; fine
When the jury finds the person against whom the complaint is made guilty of such forcible entry or detainer, the district judge shall enter up judgment for the complainant to have restitution of the premises, and impose such fine, not exceeding $10.00, as he or she thinks just. The judge shall tax costs for the complainant, and may commit the person against whom the judgment is rendered until the fine and costs are paid, and shall also award his or her writ of restitution. (Amended 1973, No. 249 (Adj. Sess.), § 34, eff. April 9, 1974.)