Bill > H718

This bill amends Chapter 54 of the General Laws to address vacancies in certain county positions, such as district attorney, register of probate, sheriff, and clerk of the courts. The key provisions of the bill are: (1) Upon a vacancy in these positions, the governor shall issue precepts to call an election within 120 days to fill the vacancy, except during the last nine months of the term; (2) Upon a vacancy in the office of district attorney, registrar of probate, or sheriff, the first assistant or special sheriff shall assume the duties of the office until the position is filled; and (3) Upon a vacancy in the office of clerk of the courts or clerk of the superior court in Suffolk County, the justices of the respective courts may appoint a clerk to hold the office until a new clerk is qualified.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H718