Statement from the SAS Executive Director Regarding Addison County State’s Attorney

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 11, 2026

Statement from the SAS Executive Director Regarding Addison County State’s Attorney

MONTPELIER, VT

"The Department of State’s Attorneys and Sheriffs will be closely examining the impact of today’s news from the Vermont Professional Responsibilities Board (PRB) calling for a suspension of Addison County State’s Attorney Eva Vekos’ law license. This development, coupled with the findings from an independent review of the Addison SA’s Office which cited ‘significant failures’ in professional and ethical obligations, will require the Department to engage in an in-depth assessment of the office operations in order to ensure fair and timely case processing and consideration of the rights of victims.

With the calls for SA Vekos’ resignation by the entire Addison County legislative delegation and Governor Phil Scott, and now with the PRB’s call for suspension, it seems in the best interest of the residents of Addison County, and the integrity of the justice system, that Ms. Vekos resign from her position.

Our priority remains the proper administration of the work of Vermont’s 28 county offices of State’s Attorneys and Sheriffs. The Department will continue to work with all stakeholders to support the duties of the Office of the Addison County State’s Attorney."

Timothy Lueders-Dumont, Esq.

Executive Director

Vermont Department of State’s Attorneys and Sheriffs

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