Fate of Oxford County sheriff rests with Janet Mills following hearing
Oxford County commissioners in February asked Gov. Janet Mills to remove Oxford County Sheriff Christopher Wainwright.
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Oxford County commissioners in February asked Gov. Janet Mills to remove Oxford County Sheriff Christopher Wainwright.
Monday's hearing on whether to oust Christopher Wainwright was historic as efforts to remove elected sheriffs are rare in Maine.
Asked if the sheriff would remain on duty during this process and during the time the governor considers the request, Commissioner David Duguay said he would. 'Unfortunately, that’s the way the statute is, the law is, it’s a constitutional office.'
Christopher Wainwright will remain on duty because he is an elected officer under the state Constitution.
Christopher Wainwright will remain on duty because he is an elected officer under the state Constitution.