Addison County State’s Attorney Eva Vekos pleaded no contest to a DUI charge in a Burlington court, resulting in a six-month deferred sentence and probation. The incident dates back to January 25, 2024, when Vekos was accused of arriving impaired at a homicide scene in Bridport. Police reports indicated she had consumed one gin and tonic about an hour prior to her arrival. Vekos was taken to the police barracks for processing after refusing to perform field sobriety tests and a breath test. The judge, John Pacht, allowed her to plead no contest and deferred her sentence, which could be cleared if she avoids violations during probation. The case drew public and political scrutiny, with calls from Vermont Democratic, Progressive, and Republican leaders for her resignation amid allegations of misconduct and mishandling victim cases. Vekos has faced ongoing controversy, including ethics complaints and accusations of mistreatment of crime victims. Despite the allegations, she maintains she has no plans to resign and has challenged the claims. The plea and deferred sentence come amidst broader concerns about her conduct and public trust in her role as prosecutor.