John Lavoie
Independent
Former Franklin County State's Attorney · Saint Albans City
The gist
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State's Attorney, Franklin County
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- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: The state's attorney prosecutes crimes in the county on behalf of the State of Vermont.
Zach Weight
Democratic/Republican
Deputy State's Attorney, Washington County · Saint Albans City
The gist
- Proposes fast-tracking repeat offenders to trial or resolution
- Supports seeking hold without bail for violent charges
- Pledges to target out-of-state drug trafficking networks
- Supports restorative justice for low-level offenses
- Pledges to work with DCF in child-welfare cases
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Proposes fast-tracking repeat offenders to trial or resolution
Read the Plan — Zach Weight for FCSACampaign website · Zach Weight for FCSA · zachweight.com
“Fast-track chronic and repeat offenders directly for trial or formal resolution.”
Supports seeking hold without bail for violent charges
Read the Plan — Zach Weight for FCSACampaign website · Zach Weight for FCSA · zachweight.com
“Firmly seek "hold without bail" for individuals charged with serious, violent offenses.”
Pledges to target out-of-state drug trafficking networks
Read the Plan — Zach Weight for FCSACampaign website · Zach Weight for FCSA · zachweight.com
“Partner directly with local and state law enforcement to target drug distribution networks impacting our towns.”
Supports restorative justice for low-level offenses
Read the Plan — Zach Weight for FCSACampaign website · Zach Weight for FCSA · zachweight.com
“Collaborate closely with local restorative justice centers to resolve low-level offenses outside traditional courtrooms.”
Pledges to work with DCF in child-welfare cases
Read the Plan — Zach Weight for FCSACampaign website · Zach Weight for FCSA · zachweight.com
“Work proactively with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) and community advocates throughout the CHINS”
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