Vermont Statutes Title 12 Sec. 5323
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Terms Used In Vermont Statutes Title 12 Sec. 5323
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
§ 5323. Judgment for plaintiff
When it appears upon the default of the defendant or upon trial that the beasts were taken or distrained without justifiable cause, the plaintiff shall have judgment for his or her damages caused thereby, and his or her costs.