# 1 V.S.A. § 271: Common law adopted

> Vermont · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VT_T1_C5_S271

## Section

- **Citation:** 1 V.S.A. § 271
- **Heading:** Common law adopted
- **Jurisdiction:** Vermont
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** VT Code / Title 1 / Chapter 5 / Section 271

## Text

So much of the common law of England as is applicable to the local situation and circumstances and is not repugnant to the Constitution or laws shall be laws in this State and courts shall take notice thereof and govern themselves accordingly.

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