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admissibility standard in Vermont

18 Vermont opinions name it 1 courts 1980–2023 1 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Vermont courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (12)

CaseFollowedCited
State v. Rolfegreen
vt · 1996 · cited in 4 Vermont opinions naming this issue, 2003–2023
2 sentences

2023Section 1203(d) of Title 23 provides that “a breath, saliva, or blood test . . . shall be analyzed in compliance with rules adopted by the Department of Public Safety” and that “[t]he analysis performed by the State shall be considered valid when performed according to a method or methods selected by the Department of Public Safety.” In State v. Rolfe, we interpreted this provision as establishing an admissibility standard for test results, recognizing that “valid” means 4 “admissible” in this context.2 166 Vt. 1, 11-12 , 686 A.2d 949, 956-57 (1996); see also State v. Burnett, 2013 VT 113, ¶ 1

2023Section 1203(d) of Title 23 provides that “a breath, saliva, or blood test . . . shall be analyzed in compliance with rules adopted by the Department of Public Safety” and that “[t]he analysis performed by the State shall be considered valid when performed according to a method or methods selected by the Department of Public Safety.” In State v. Rolfe, we interpreted this provision as establishing an admissibility standard for test results, recognizing that “valid” means 4 “admissible” in this context.2 166 Vt. 1, 11-12 , 686 A.2d 949, 956-57 (1996); see also State v. Burnett, 2013 VT 113, ¶ 1

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Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals, Inc.green
scotus · 1993 · cited in 5 Vermont opinions naming this issue, 2004–2012
2 sentences

2012As the Daubert Court itself noted, “[v]igorous cross-examination, presentation of contrary evidence, and careful instruction on the burden of proof are the traditional and appropriate means of attacking shaky but admissible evidence.” 509 U.S. at 596 .

2010The Daubert Court itself noted that “[vigorous cross-examination, presentation of contrary evidence, and careful instruction on the burden of proof are the traditional and appropriate means of attacking shaky but admissible evidence.” 509 U.S. at 596 .

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State v. Burnettgreen
vt · 2013 · cited in 1 Vermont opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
2 sentences

2023Section 1203(d) of Title 23 provides that “a breath, saliva, or blood test . . . shall be analyzed in compliance with rules adopted by the Department of Public Safety” and that “[t]he analysis performed by the State shall be considered valid when performed according to a method or methods selected by the Department of Public Safety.” In State v. Rolfe, we interpreted this provision as establishing an admissibility standard for test results, recognizing that “valid” means 4 “admissible” in this context.2 166 Vt. 1, 11-12 , 686 A.2d 949, 956-57 (1996); see also State v. Burnett, 2013 VT 113, ¶ 1

2023Section 1203(d) of Title 23 provides that “a breath, saliva, or blood test . . . shall be analyzed in compliance with rules adopted by the Department of Public Safety” and that “[t]he analysis performed by the State shall be considered valid when performed according to a method or methods selected by the Department of Public Safety.” In State v. Rolfe, we interpreted this provision as establishing an admissibility standard for test results, recognizing that “valid” means 4 “admissible” in this context.2 166 Vt. 1, 11-12 , 686 A.2d 949, 956-57 (1996); see also State v. Burnett, 2013 VT 113, ¶ 1

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State v. Burnettgreen
vt · 2013 · cited in 1 Vermont opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
1 sentence

2023Section 1203(d) of Title 23 provides that “a breath, saliva, or blood test . . . shall be analyzed in compliance with rules adopted by the Department of Public Safety” and that “[t]he analysis performed by the State shall be considered valid when performed according to a method or methods selected by the Department of Public Safety.” In State v. Rolfe, we interpreted this provision as establishing an admissibility standard for test results, recognizing that “valid” means 4 “admissible” in this context.2 166 Vt. 1, 11-12 , 686 A.2d 949, 956-57 (1996); see also State v. Burnett, 2013 VT 113, ¶ 1

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United States v. Jesus Martinezgreen
ca10 · 1991 · cited in 1 Vermont opinions naming this issue, 2005–2005
2 sentences

2005The relevancy theory does not depend on the use of the guns in the drug sale. 2 See Martinez, 938 F.2d at 1083 (explaining that it is “basically immaterial to the admissibility inquiry” whether defendant has been charged with an offense involving use of the gun); State v. Smith, 1992 WL 61363 , No. CA-8715, at *3 (Ohio Ct. App. Mar. 16, 1992).

2005The relevancy theory does not depend on the use of the guns in the drug sale. [2] See Martinez, 938 F.2d at 1083 (explaining that it is "basically immaterial to the admissibility inquiry" whether defendant has *383 been charged with an offense involving use of the gun); State v. Smith, 1992 WL 61363 , at *3, No. CA-8715 (Ohio Ct.App.

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Johnson v. Commonwealthgreen
ky · 1999 · cited in 1 Vermont opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
1 sentence

2000See Johnson, 12 S.W.3d at 262-63 (hair comparison evidence admissible under earlier Frye standard remains admissible under Daubert ; court can take judicial notice of admissibility and burden shifts to opponent to show “such evidence is no longer deemed scientifically reliable”).

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State v. Brooksgreen
vt · 1993 · cited in 1 Vermont opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
2 sentences

2000The admissibility standard continues despite the intervening issuance of the Daubert decision, and the adoption of its holding in State v. Brooks, 162 Vt. 26, 30 , 643 A.2d 226, 229 (1993), and State v. Streich, 163 Vt. at 342, 658 A.2d at 46 .

2000The admissibility standard continues despite the intervening issuance of the Daubert decision, and the adoption of its holding in State v. Brooks, 162 Vt. 26, 30 , 643 A.2d 226, 229 (1993), and State v. Streich, 163 Vt. at 342, 658 A.2d at 46 .

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State v. Millsgreen
vt · 1974 · cited in 1 Vermont opinions naming this issue, 1993–1993
2 sentences

1993The court acknowledged that its ruling directly contradicted our holding in State v. Mills, 133 Vt. 15, 17 , 328 A.2d 410, 411-12 (1974) (even if presumption of test’s validity is not triggered, test results are admissible upon proper evidentiary foundation), but contended that Mills did not apply following the amendment of 23 V.S.A. § 1203, the statute governing the admissibility of the test.

1993The court acknowledged that its ruling directly contradicted our holding in State v. Mills, 133 Vt. 15, 17 , 328 A.2d 410, 411-12 (1974) (even if presumption of test’s validity is not triggered, test results are admissible upon proper evidentiary foundation), but contended that Mills did not apply following the amendment of 23 V.S.A. § 1203, the statute governing the admissibility of the test.

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State v. Passinogreen
vt · 1990 · cited in 1 Vermont opinions naming this issue, 1993–1993
2 sentences

1993In a later case, this Court emphasized that this standard "cannot be met by inadmissible evidence." State v. Passino, 154 Vt. 377, 381 , 577 A.2d 281, 284 (1990). *1137 The admissibility requirement imposed in Passino and Duff refers to admissibility of the evidence at trial.

1993In a later case, this Court emphasized that this standard "cannot be met by inadmissible evidence." State v. Passino, 154 Vt. 377, 381 , 577 A.2d 281, 284 (1990). *1137 The admissibility requirement imposed in Passino and Duff refers to admissibility of the evidence at trial.

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United States v. Walter Ward Dorrell, IIIgreen
ca9 · 1985 · cited in 1 Vermont opinions naming this issue, 1991–1991
1 sentence

1991See State v. Warshow, 138 Vt. 22, 23-26 , *469 410 A.2d 1000, 1001-02 (1979) (upholding trial court’s pretrial denial of defendant’s necessity defense because the offered evidence was insufficient); accord United States v. Dorrell, 758 F.2d 427, 430 (9th Cir. 1985); Commonwealth v. Capitolo, 508 Pa. 372, 378-79 , 498 A.2d 806, 809 (1985).

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Commonwealth v. Capitologreen
pa · 1985 · cited in 1 Vermont opinions naming this issue, 1991–1991
2 sentences

1991See State v. Warshow, 138 Vt. 22, 23-26 , *469 410 A.2d 1000, 1001-02 (1979) (upholding trial court’s pretrial denial of defendant’s necessity defense because the offered evidence was insufficient); accord United States v. Dorrell, 758 F.2d 427, 430 (9th Cir. 1985); Commonwealth v. Capitolo, 508 Pa. 372, 378-79 , 498 A.2d 806, 809 (1985).

1991See State v. Warshow, 138 Vt. 22, 23-26 , *469 410 A.2d 1000, 1001-02 (1979) (upholding trial court’s pretrial denial of defendant’s necessity defense because the offered evidence was insufficient); accord United States v. Dorrell, 758 F.2d 427, 430 (9th Cir. 1985); Commonwealth v. Capitolo, 508 Pa. 372, 378-79 , 498 A.2d 806, 809 (1985).

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State v. Warshowgreen
vt · 1979 · cited in 1 Vermont opinions naming this issue, 1991–1991
2 sentences

1991See State v. Warshow, 138 Vt. 22, 23-26 , *469 410 A.2d 1000, 1001-02 (1979) (upholding trial court’s pretrial denial of defendant’s necessity defense because the offered evidence was insufficient); accord United States v. Dorrell, 758 F.2d 427, 430 (9th Cir. 1985); Commonwealth v. Capitolo, 508 Pa. 372, 378-79 , 498 A.2d 806, 809 (1985).

1991See State v. Warshow, 138 Vt. 22, 23-26 , *469 410 A.2d 1000, 1001-02 (1979) (upholding trial court’s pretrial denial of defendant’s necessity defense because the offered evidence was insufficient); accord United States v. Dorrell, 758 F.2d 427, 430 (9th Cir. 1985); Commonwealth v. Capitolo, 508 Pa. 372, 378-79 , 498 A.2d 806, 809 (1985).

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Vermont. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (7)

CaseCitedYears
State v. McQuillan green
vt · 2003
2 sentences

2015State v. McQuillan, 2003 VT 25, ¶¶ 6-9 , 175 Vt. 173 .

2015State v. McQuillan, 2003 VT 25, ¶¶ 6-9 , 175 Vt. 173 .

22013–2015
State v. Burgess green
vt · 2010
2 sentences

2012Thus, we have repeatedly stated that “Daubert presents an admissibility standard only.” State v. Burgess, 2010 VT 64, ¶ 12 , 188 Vt. 235 (quotation omitted).

2012Thus, we have repeatedly stated that “Daubert presents an admissibility standard only.” State v. Burgess, 2010 VT 64, ¶ 12 , 188 Vt. 235 (quotation omitted).

12012–2012
USGen New England, Inc. v. Town of Rockingham green
vt · 2004
2 sentences

2010Thus, this Court has "emphasize[d]. . . that Daubert presents an admissibility standard only." USGen, 2004 VT 90, ¶ 19 , 177 Vt. 193 , 862 A.2d 269 .

2010Thus, this Court has “emphasize[d] . . . that Daubert presents an admissibility standard only.” USGen, 2004 VT 90, ¶ 19 .

12010–2010
Bowman Dairy Co. v. United States green
scotus · 1951
1 sentence

2003In establishing the admissibility requirement, the United States Supreme Court stated: “Rule 17(c) was not intended to provide an additional means of discovery.” Bowman Dairy Co., 341 U.S. at 220 . ¶ 28.

12003–2003
State v. Streich green
vt · 1995
1 sentence

2000The admissibility standard continues despite the intervening issuance of the Daubert decision, and the adoption of its holding in State v. Brooks, 162 Vt. 26, 30 , 643 A.2d 226, 229 (1993), and State v. Streich, 163 Vt. at 342, 658 A.2d at 46 .

12000–2000
State v. Vandebogart green
nh · 1992
1 sentence

1995Vandebogart, 616 A.2d at 495 .

11995–1995
Kimball v. New York Life Insurance neutral
vt · 1920
2 sentences

1980The appellant’s citation of Kimball v. New York Life Insurance Co., 94 Vt. 100 , 108 A. 921 (1920), does not change this result since that case does not address the issue of authority necessary in this case to establish the admissibility of the waiver form as an admission.

1980The appellant’s citation of Kimball v. New York Life Insurance Co., 94 Vt. 100 , 108 A. 921 (1920), does not change this result since that case does not address the issue of authority necessary in this case to establish the admissibility of the waiver form as an admission.

11980–1980

Statutes the citing opinions construe

VT § Vt. Stat. Ann. tit. 23, § 1205 (8)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

OH 112 (1972–2026) TX 65 (1976–2024) IN 40 (1969–2020) GA 40 (1975–2021) IL 39 (1924–2026) PA 29 (1974–2026) NJ 28 (1930–2026) NY 28 (1984–2024) MI 26 (1976–2026) CA 25 (1946–2023) WI 24 (1975–2026) FL 23 (1966–2020) CT 22 (1990–2025) VT 18 (1980–2023) LA 16 (1983–2024) AL 16 (1982–2017) MO 15 (1987–2020) WA 15 (1959–2026) KS 15 (1976–2024) UT 15 (1979–2026) MD 14 (1980–2024) VA 14 (1980–2025) MN 14 (1980–2025) NC 14 (1882–2020) OR 12 (1987–2017) IA 12 (1894–2025) ND 11 (1978–2014) MT 11 (1989–2024) CO 10 (1976–2021) TN 10 (1979–2020) MA 10 (1974–2016) ID 10 (1992–2022) DC 9 (1985–2024) HI 8 (1987–2012) OK 7 (1975–1995) RI 6 (1971–2024) KY 6 (1964–2024) WV 6 (1979–2002) SC 6 (1984–2024) MS 6 (2001–2019) ME 6 (1978–2026) NM 6 (1974–2022) NE 6 (1982–2018) AR 5 (1982–2025) AZ 4 (1975–2014) WY 3 (1988–2003) DE 3 (1993–2015) NH 3 (1984–1992) SD 3 (1976–1996) AK 2 (1996–1996)

Opinions by the citing court's state. A doctrine retained in one state and abandoned in another shows up here as a year span that stalls.

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