In Re Certain Justice Court Expenses

Appellants Missoula County Commissioners appeal from an order of the Fourth Judicial District Court, Missoula County, directing appellants to pay certified office expenses for Justice Court, and attorney fees.

We affirm.

The issues on appeal are:

1. Did the County Commissioners waive their right to appeal a certified claim by the District Court when they agreed to pay the amount?

2. Did the District Court err in granting attorney fees and costs for the certification process for payment of Justice Court expenses?

In August 1992, respondent Justice of the Peace David K. Clark requested approval of…