Order unanimously reversed, with costs, and motions denied.
Memorandum:
In this action for false arrest, the court erred in dismissing the complaint against Sheriff Braun. Although a Sheriff is not liable for the torts of his deputies while performing criminal functions, he is liable for their torts while performing civil functions (Barr v County of Albany,
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