5. The deputy whose appointment contains no restriction may perform the duties of his chief, and, if he is the only deputy so appointed, shall continue to perform the said duties in the event of the decease, dismissal, suspension, or resignation of his said chief, or vacancy in the office of the latter, until the successor appointed has received his commission, if any, and has discharged the duties imposed by sections 9 and 12 of the Public Officers Act (chapter E-6).
He shall also continue to perform his duties as deputy under the direction of the joint-officer in the cases provided for in section 1 of the Public Officers Act (chapter E-6).
R. S. 1964, c. 31, s. 22.