Ryan Palmer
Coverage of Ryan Palmer in the Nexus archive.
- Ex-Addison County sheriff: ‘You can have my certification’
Peter Newton, Addison County sheriff, was permanently banned from law enforcement in Vermont after pleading guilty to felony lewd conduct and misdemeanor assault. The Vermont Criminal Justice Council revoked his certification without a hearing after he declined to contest allegations, stating he would 'continue enjoying life away from law enforcement.'
- County prosecutor and sheriff who rebuffed calls to resign don’t file for reelection
Addison County State’s Attorney Eva Vekos and Windsor County Sheriff Ryan Palmer, both Democrats, did not file for reelection despite facing legal troubles and calls to resign. Vekos was convicted of driving under the influence, and Palmer was arrested on felony charges, but neither stepped down from their roles. Grand Isle State’s Attorney Douglas DiSabito, who also faces legal issues, did file for reelection.