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Nolle prosequi when proof shows greater offense than charged

13 V.S.A. § 6555
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6555. Nolle prosequi when proof shows greater offense than charged If, upon the trial of a person charged with an offense, the facts given in evidence amount in law to a greater offense than the one charged, such person shall not by reason thereof be acquitted, but the court, in its discretion, may allow a nolle prosequi to be entered in order that he or she may be prosecuted for the greater offense.
Source: Vermont General Assembly (legislature.vermont.gov)URL: https://legislature.vermont.gov/statutes/section/13/201/06555Fetched: 10/21/2026

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