Krasinski v. Gorman
Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas, Elk County
1Opinion of the Court
Discussion
Greiner, P. J.,
Three basic issues are raised for determination:
I
In a county of the seventh class, in whom is the government, management and control of the county jail or prison and the safekeeping, care, maintenance, discipline and employment of the prisoners therein vested, the sheriff or the county commissioners?
II
In a county of the seventh class, who has the authority to appoint the keepers and other employes, including matron, of said jail, the sheriff with the approval of the county salary board or the county commissioners?
III
In a county of the seventh class, does the sheriff…
2Cases cited3 opinions
- Duncan v. KlinefelterSupreme Court of Pennsylvania · 1836
- Keim v. SaundersSupreme Court of Pennsylvania · 1888
- Scarborough v. ThorntonSupreme Court of Pennsylvania · 1848