Rule 54 – Application and Definitions

(a)Application; Proceedings.(1)Courts. These rules do not apply to proceedings in police courts established under 23 V.S.A. §§ 1741-1753.(2)Proceedings. The procedure in inquests conducted under 13 V.S.A. §§ 5131-5137, shall conform to these rules so far as they are...

Rule 52 – Harmless Error and Plain Error

(a) Harmless Error. Any error, defect, irregularity or variance which does not affect substantial rights shall be disregarded. (b) Plain Error. Plain errors or defects affecting substantial rights may be noticed although they were not brought to the attention of the...

Rule 51 – Rule Exceptions Unnecessary

Formal exceptions to rulings or orders of the court are unnecessary; but for all purposes for which an exception has heretofore been necessary it is sufficient that a party, at the time the ruling or order of the court is made or sought, makes known to the court the...