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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
All elective officials of the City shall, before assuming office, take, subscribe, and file with the City Clerk the following two oaths, as prescribed by the Constitution of the State of Vermont, Chapter II, § 56:
Oath or Affirmation of Allegiance
“I _______ do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will be true and faithful to the State of Vermont, and that I will not, directly or indirectly, do any act or thing injurious to the Constitution or Government thereof. (If an oath) So help me God. (If an affirmation) Under the pains and penalties of perjury.”
Oath or Affirmation of Office
“I _______ do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of _______ for the City of Montpelier and will therein do equal right and justice to all persons to the best of my judgment and ability, according to law. (If an oath) So help me God. (If an affirmation) Under the pains and penalties of perjury.”
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Vermont Statutes Title 24 (Appendix). Municipal Charters, App. c. 5 § 1401. Oath of allegiance; oath of office - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/vt/title-24-app-municipal-charters/vt-st-tit-24-app-c-5-sect-1401/
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