Limitation on scope (a) This chapter does not provide a basis for:(1) invalidating a plea, conviction, or sentence;(2) a cause of action for money damages;(3) a claim for relief from or defense to the application of a collateral consequence based on a failure to comply with this chapter; or (4) seeking relief from a collateral consequence imposed by another state or the United States or a subdivision, agency, or instrumentality thereof, unless the law of such jurisdiction provides for such relief. (b) This chapter shall not affect:(1) the duty an individual’s attorney owes to the individual;(2) a claim or right of a victim of an offense; or(3) a right or remedy under law other than this chapter available to an individual convicted of an offense. (Added 2013, No. 181 (Adj. Sess.), § 1, eff. Jan. 1, 2016.)
Vermont Legal Code
§ 8003
Vermont Title 13 — Vermont law
Source: https://legislature.vermont.gov/statutes/section/13/231/08003· Version 2026