Vermont State Police say a 26-year-old woman from Petersburgh, New York, was arrested for driving under the influence following a traffic stop in Shaftsbury early on February 1, 2026. The incident occurred around 12:41 a.m. at the intersection of Vermont Route 7A and West Mountain Road, where police observed the vehicle committing several traffic violations.
According to police reports, the driver, Leah Paulson, was taken into custody after officers suspected her of DUI. After processing at the Shaftsbury Barracks, she was issued a citation and subsequently released. Paulson is scheduled to appear in the Bennington Criminal Division of Vermont Superior Court on February 23, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. to respond to the charge.
It is important to note that these charges are allegations, and the legal proceedings may evolve as the case progresses. Court dates and other details are subject to change, and interested parties are encouraged to verify the arraignment time with the criminal court clerk.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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Last modified: February 1, 2026
