Gray v. Leon County

The plaintiff a constable in Leon County, sued Leon County for $135.55, as his fees in a criminal case. The warrant was issued by a justice of the peace in Leon County, and served by the sheriff in Manatee County. Plaintiff on being notified of the arrest, went to Manatee County. Plaintiff took the accused in custody and returned with him, all without any objection on the part of the accused. The accused was duly tried, convicted and sentenced. The sentence and costs were paid, including the amount of $135.55, as fees of the constable. The warrant was not endorsed by a judge or justice of the…