Bennington County
Bennington County was founded in 1778 and spans about 674.2 total square miles of land. It has an estimated population of 37,347 people and is known for being the 8th overall largest among counties within the state of Vermont based on its total land area. The county seat is the city of Bennington. The court system in Bennington County includes Superior Courts.
The Superior Courts in Bennington County are trial courts with general jurisdiction over all civil and criminal cases. They handle cases involving family law, divorce, adoptions, guardianships, traffic violations, and probate of wills. The Superior Courts are divided into various divisions, including the Civil Division, Criminal Division, Family Division, and Probate Division. The Civil Division hears cases involving personal injury, evictions, breach of contracts, land disputes, foreclosure, and small claims where the amount in dispute is up to $10,000. Notably, appeals from the Probate Division are heard in the Civil Division. The Criminal Division oversees serious criminal cases such as felonies and misdemeanors. The Family Division handles family-related legal matters, including separations, paternity, child support, and child abuse. Cases related to probate of estates, wills, and trusts are handled by the Superior Court Probate Division.
In Bennington County, court records are an important part of the judicial process and are gathered during legal proceedings within the county. Motions, court orders, judgments, and tapes are included in the court records. Bennington County records include the following:
- Family Records
- Criminal Records
- Traffic Records
- Civil Records
Bennington County Court records are public records under the Vermont Public Records Act. Residents of the county have the right to copy and view non-exempt court records. However, some records are exempt from public disclosure, such as sensitive documents, juvenile records, and mental health records. These records may only be viewed under judicial order. Court records of Bennington County are maintained by the county's court system. Individuals may search for court records through the Vermont Judicial Public Portal or by visiting the courthouse in person at:
Bennington County Courthouse
207 South Street
Bennington, VT 05201
Phone: (802) 447-2700
