Vermont Eviction court process & timeline

How does the eviction court process work in Vermont?

In an eviction case, the landlord may ask the court to order the tenant to pay rent into court. The motion is heard after 14 days' notice. If the tenant appears, no default judgment can be entered unless the tenant fails to file a written answer within 14 days after the hearing.

Verified Source: 12 V.S.A. § 4853a · last checked 2026-10-15