12 V.S.A. § ___ § 4917
Costs; verdict guilty
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In his or her writ of restitution, the district judge may order the costs taxed to be levied. (Amended 1973, No. 249 (Adj. Sess.), § 35, eff. April 9, 1974.)
Under 12 V.S.A. ch. 171 § 4917, when a district judge issues a writ of restitution in an eviction proceeding, the judge has the authority to include an order directing that court costs be collected as part of that same writ. This means the cost-recovery mechanism can be bundled directly into the restitution order rather than handled through a separate process. The provision gives the court discretion in deciding whether to include such a cost-levy directive.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under 12 V.S.A. ch. 171 § 4917, a landlord who obtains a writ of restitution in an eviction case may also receive an order within that writ directing that taxed court costs be levied against the tenant. Operators familiar with Vermont eviction proceedings generally ensure that any request for costs is properly raised before the district judge so it can be addressed within the writ itself. Keeping clear records of allowable court costs incurred during the proceeding supports an accurate accounting if the judge exercises this authority.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under 12 V.S.A. ch. 171 § 4917, a tenant subject to a writ of restitution should be aware that the issuing district judge may also order court costs to be collected through that same writ. Tenants who believe costs have been improperly assessed or included have general options such as reviewing the writ carefully, raising any objections through the court process, or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Vermont eviction law. Understanding what costs were taxed and on what basis is an important first step in evaluating whether the order reflects what the court actually decided.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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