Vermont State Police say a traffic stop on US Route 7 in New Haven on December 16 led to the arrest of 59-year-old Brenda Rice from Pittsford, Vermont. Authorities initiated the stop around 3:11 PM when they observed signs of impairment in Rice’s driving.
According to police reports, Rice was screened for impairment during the stop and subsequently arrested. She faces charges of operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs and two counts of recklessly endangering another person, which includes a juvenile passenger. Following the arrest, Rice was taken to the New Haven Barracks for processing and was later released with a citation.
Rice is scheduled to appear in Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division, on February 9, 2026, at 12:30 PM. According to the report, the charges against her are allegations, and the court date may be subject to change. For the latest updates, individuals are encouraged to verify the court schedule with the criminal court clerk.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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