Ex-Sheriff Peter Newton pleads guilty to lewd and lascivious charge

During the proceedings, Judge John Pacht said Newton was charged with intentionally engaging in behavior that was “open and gross” as well as “lewd and lascivious.”

A new state law ensures that Vermonters have more oversight over their county sheriffs. Act 30 mandates increased transparency and more financial accountability for the state’s 14 sheriff’s departments.

A bill introduced last week to reform the way Vermont sheriffs operate is a step in the right direction, and sorely needed.

Conflicting stories: In the Jan. 14 Addison Independent there was an article “Sheriff envisions a major expansion of service” and in the January 21 Addison Independent there was an article “Police agencies face evolving social needs.” Having read through … (read more)

Sheriff Peter Newton’s assertion that “If someone complains about one of my deputies I will certainly investigate it thoroughly and take action as needed” is utter baloney (the quote is from “Deputy stops speeding trooper” in the June 25, 2020, edition of … (read more)