Vermont § 304 - Liability for misfeasance of deputy Actions for official
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 304 — Liability for misfeasance of deputy Actions for official, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 304. Liability for misfeasance of deputy Actions for official
- misfeasance or neglect of a deputy sheriff, or for cause affecting his or her administration of the office, shall be sustained only against the sheriff; but the sheriff shall not be amenable criminally for the conduct of his or her deputy, other than for fines for neglect of duty.
Source: official Vermont text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 304
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 304 cover?
Section 304 ("Liability for misfeasance of deputy Actions for official") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Vermont § 304?
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Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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