sentences:  However, when vacancies arise, the commissioner's court of the respective county has the authority to appoint a replacement to serve out the remaining term.If no person is elected and qualified under law to fill an office of constable for seven consecutive years, the respective commissioner's court may declare the office dormant and it may not be filled by election or appointment.However, the commissioner's court may reinstate the office by a majority vote or by calling an election where a majority of precinct voters approve it.