3. In the service and execution of writs of summons, of execution and other civil process, the custody and safe-keeping of goods and chattels under seizure, and the receipt, safe-keeping and payment of all moneys levied by them under any writ of execution, the several sheriffs of Québec shall be liable to the same extent in the same cases, as any bailiff, guardian, or receiver of deposits (huissier, gardien or receveur de consignations) would have been liable under the laws of Canada, before the year 1759.