Opinion No. 74-192 (1975) Ag

MAINTAINING PRISONERS — EXPENSES If an item claimed by the sheriff comes within the clear meaning of the words "keeping, feeding and maintaining prisoners", or is an item which has been traditionally included within the meaning of that language, it is incumbent upon the Board of County Commissioners to pay the sheriff his actual expenses when they are properly justified by receipts and other proof of payment and accompanied by the approval of the district attorney. The formula for such payment is specifically set out in Title 19 O.S. 180.43 [19-180.43](c) (1974). The language of 19 O.S. 410.8…