Vermont Supreme Court Denied Vekos License Reinstatement
The court rejected the third attempt by Eva Vekos to have her law license reinstated following a suspension.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Criminal Justice
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The Vermont Supreme Court has formally denied a petition from Eva Vekos to regain her law license. This marks the third time the court has rejected her request following her 2026 suspension.
Why it matters
The ruling permanently closes the legal path for the former Addison County State's Attorney to practice law in the state. It also solidifies the transition of power in the county prosecutor's office.
The Vermont Supreme Court denied the third license reinstatement request filed by Eva Vekos. The attorney remains suspended from practice following a no-contest plea to driving under the influence.
The players
Eva Vekos
She is the Addison County State's Attorney who is not seeking re-election after pleading no contest to driving drunk.
Peter Bevere
He is running unopposed to succeed Eva Vekos as the Addison County State's Attorney.
Vermont Supreme Court
This is the highest judicial body in Vermont that oversees attorney discipline and licensing within the state.
The details
Eva Vekos previously pleaded no contest to driving drunk while traveling to a homicide scene, an incident that led to her license suspension earlier in 2026. She is not seeking re-election as the Addison County State's Attorney, effectively ending her tenure in the role.
Timeline
The Vermont Supreme Court suspended the law license in 2026.
The court denied the third reinstatement request on September 25, 2026.
The election for Addison County State's Attorney occurs in the fall of 2026.
Legal Context
The court's decision follows the rigorous disciplinary standards established by the Vermont Rules of Professional Conduct. These regulations mandate high ethical requirements for prosecutors, reflecting a broader trend of increased accountability for public officials.
The transition of the Addison County State's Attorney office to Peter Bevere ensures continuity for the local justice system. Residents can expect the incoming administration to assume office following the conclusion of the fall 2026 election cycle.
The takeaway
The denial of the third reinstatement request underscores the finality of the court's disciplinary actions regarding attorney conduct. Residents should note that the office of the Addison County State's Attorney will see a leadership change following the upcoming election.
Further reading
For more on legal proceedings and state oversight, visit the Criminal Justice section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by My NBC5.
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