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Q: How do you claim an abandoned vehicle on public property in Vermont.

The vehicle has been parked on public property since September of 2023 or longer, there is no plate, registration sticker or emissions sticker and the car is partially gutted on the inside, is missing a side mirror and has lots of exterior damage.

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Feb 23, 2024

To claim an abandoned vehicle on public property in Vermont, you typically need to follow a specific process outlined by local authorities. Begin by contacting the local law enforcement agency or the Department of Motor Vehicles to report the abandoned vehicle and inquire about the steps for... View More

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Q: Can the words "shall" and "must" and "prohibit" be used in the goals of a municipal plan?

I am a Planning Commissioner involved in writing South Burlington's Municipal Plan.

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answered on Sep 15, 2023

Certainly, in the context of drafting a municipal plan, the use of terms like "shall," "must," and "prohibit" is common and can be essential for conveying the intent and requirements of the plan. "Shall" and "must" typically denote mandatory actions... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Tax Law for Vermont on
Q: Can I apply stock market capital losses to my federal student loans to pay them off?
D. Mathew Blackburn
D. Mathew Blackburn
answered on Jul 7, 2019

No, that doesn't make any sense.

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