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Addison County at a glance

State
Vermont
County seat
Middlebury
Population
37,000
Area
808 sq mi
Founded
1785
Cities and towns
18

Addison County offices and records

Sheriff & Law Enforcement. Addison County Sheriff's Office is responsible for law enforcement across Addison County's unincorporated areas.

Police Departments. Addison County is served by several law enforcement agencies, including Addison County Sheriff's Office and municipal police departments such as the Middlebury Police Department, Vergennes Police Department, and Bristol Police Department.

Law Enforcement & Arrests. Addison County Sheriff's Department, headquartered at 49 Court Street in Middlebury, Vermont 05753 (phone: 802-388-4200), provides law enforcement services throughout Addison County's unincorporated areas and assists municipal departments. Inmate searches and custody information can be obtained by calling the jail directly at 802-388-4200 or visiting in person during business hours. The Vermont State Police also maintain jurisdiction throughout Addison County, with the New Haven Barracks (2490 Ethan Allen Highway, New Haven, 802-388-4919) serving Addison County. Vermont Public Records Law, codified at 1 V.S. §§ 315-320, grants citizens the right to inspect and copy public records, including arrest records, incident reports, and booking logs, with certain exemptions for ongoing investigations and personal privacy.

Arrest Records. They are maintained by the arresting agency, primarily the County Sheriff's Office and municipal police departments.

• Phone: (802) 388-2981 Addison County Regional Planning Commission (14 Seminary Street, Middlebury, 802-388-3141) maintains regional GIS mapping data and can assist with geographic information requests. Addison County is served by the Vermont Superior Court, Addison Unit, located at 7 Mahady Court, Middlebury, VT 05753 (phone: 802-388-4237). Addison County Chamber of Commerce, based in Middlebury (93 Court Street, 802-388-7951, www.addisoncounty.com), provides business directories and economic development resources but is not a regulatory agency. Professional licenses such as contractors, real estate agents, medical professionals, and cosmetologists are regulated by state boards and divisions under the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation (802-828-1505, www.vtprofessionals.org), which offers online license verification. Elections in Addison County, Vermont are administered by town and city clerks in each county, coordinated with the Vermont Secretary of State Elections Division (128 State Street, Montpelier, 802-828-2363, www.sos.vermont.gov/elections). Sales tax permits are issued by the Vermont Department of Taxes (802-828-2551). Each town clerk is the local land records office, recording deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, subdivision plats, and other real property documents. For example, the Middlebury Town Clerk (77 Main Street, Middlebury, 802-388-8100) maintains records for properties within Middlebury, while the Vergennes City Clerk (60 South Water Street, 802-877-2622) handles Vergennes properties.

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Where can I find mugshots or booking photos in Addison County, Vermont?

Mugshots and booking photos for Addison County, Vermont, are typically managed by the Addison County Sheriff's Department. You may request these records directly from the Sheriff's Office. Some booking photos may be available through the Vermont Department of Corrections' online portal, depending on the nature of the arrest and public access policies.

How do I get a criminal background check in Addison County, Vermont?

To obtain a criminal background check in Addison County, Vermont, you need to contact the Vermont Crime Information Center (VCIC). The VCIC provides background check services for the state, and you can request a check through their website or by submitting a request form. The process involves providing personal information and paying a fee for the service.

How can I look up sex offenders in Addison County, Vermont?

You can look up sex offenders in Addison County, Vermont, by accessing the Vermont Sex Offender Registry. The registry is maintained by the Vermont Department of Public Safety and provides an online search tool. This tool allows you to search for offenders by name, address, or geographic area, providing detailed information about their offenses and current status.

How do I register to vote in Addison County, Vermont?

Voter registration in Addison County is handled by your town or city clerk, for example, the Middlebury Town Clerk at 802-388-8100. Vermont allows online registration at olvr.vermont.gov until the Wednesday before Election Day, and you can also register in person at your polling place on Election Day with proof of residency. Absentee ballots are available to any registered voter by request through your town clerk or the My Voter Page at mvp.vermont.gov.

How do I look up property records in Addison County, Vermont?

Property and land records in Addison County are maintained by individual town clerks in each municipality. You can search recorded deeds, mortgages, and liens online for free using the Vermont Land Records system at landrecords.vermont.gov, which includes documents from towns throughout Addison County. Property tax assessment information is available from your town assessor or lister, and many towns provide online Grand List data through municipal websites or the state database.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Addison County, Vermont?

Birth and death certificates can be requested from the town clerk where the event occurred or from the Vermont Department of Health Division of Vital Records (108 Cherry Street, Burlington, 802-863-7275, www.healthvermont.gov/vitalrecords). The fee is $15 for the first copy, with processing typically 2-4 weeks by mail or same-day in person at the state office. Online ordering with expedited service is available through VitalChek at www.vitalchek.com, and you must provide valid ID and proof of eligibility for recent records.

How do I find business license records in Addison County, Vermont?

Business entity information for Addison County is searchable through the Vermont Secretary of State's online database at vtsosonline.com, which includes corporations, LLCs, and trade names. Local DBA (doing business as) filings are maintained by town clerks, such as the Middlebury Town Clerk at 802-388-8100. Professional licenses are verified through the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation at www.vtprofessionals.org, and municipal business licenses or permits are handled by local town offices.

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