Vermont State Police say a 44-year-old man from St. Albans was charged with violating an abuse prevention order in Fairfax on January 13, 2026. Police were alerted to the incident around 2:24 PM, which involved Michael Oakes allegedly contacting the plaintiff in breach of the order.
According to the report, authorities located Oakes shortly after the violation was reported. He was issued a citation and is scheduled to appear in Franklin County Superior Court on March 2, 2026, at 8:00 AM. The case underscores the seriousness of adherence to court orders and the legal consequences of violations.
Oakes is presumed innocent until proven guilty, and the charges against him remain allegations at this stage. As the legal process unfolds, any court dates or charges may be subject to change. This Vermont albans cited story highlights important developments. The Vermont albans cited situation continues to develop.
Source: Vermont State Police
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