Terms Used In Vermont Statutes Title 15 Sec. 633

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.

§ 633. Duty of State’s Attorney

The State’s Attorney upon whom the complaint and summons in such action shall be served shall appear for such defendant and defend the same. No divorce shall be granted unless the provisions of this section have been complied with.