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Deputy sheriffs take oath to uphold law and impartiality
Summary
During the ceremony the presiding official administered the oath to deputy sheriffs, instructing them to place hands on the Bible and to faithfully execute their duties without bias; deputies responded 'I do.'
Following the swearing-in of Sheriff Billy Parker, the presiding official administered the oath to multiple deputy sheriffs, asking each to raise a hand on the Bible and pledge to support the United States and North Carolina constitutions and to execute their duties impartially.
The official read language emphasizing that deputies must "be alert and vigilant to enforce the criminal laws of this state," not be influenced by personal bias or prejudice and "faithfully and impartially execute the duties of your office." Deputies answered "I do" when asked to affirm the oath.
The swearing-in of deputies was part of the same ceremonial session that included recognition for Sheriff Paige and remarks by Sheriff Parker.
