§ 26 - Half-time judges - Vermont Statutes

§ 26. Half-time judges

Of the superior and district judge positions authorized by this title, up to two may be shared, each by two half-time judges. Of the magistrate positions authorized by this title, one may be shared by two half-time magistrates. Of the hearing officer positions authorized by this title, one may be shared by two half-time hearing officers. Half-time superior and district judges, magistrates and hearing officers shall be paid proportionally and shall receive the same benefits as state employees who share a job. Half-time judges, magistrates and hearing officers shall not engage in the active practice of law for remuneration. (Added 1995, No. 181 (Adj. Sess.), § 17; amended 1997, No. 121 (Adj. Sess.), § 36; 1999, No. 58, § 1.)