A sheriff removed from or resigning his or her office or at the expiration of his or her term of office may execute writs or precepts in his or her hands at the time. Service so made shall be as valid as if made by the sheriff.
Vt. Stat. Ann. tit. 12, § 699
Removal or resignation of sheriff
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