2025 Session
Last amended: 1986 session
§ 629.65 — Sheriff Fees
Plain-Language Summary
Sheriff fees for serving bail-related documents and transporting prisoners are set by law.
629.65 SHERIFF FEES.
In a case involving a defendant who violated the conditions of the defendant’s release, the sheriff must be allowed the same fees and mileage for making an arrest or attending before a judge as for arresting a person under a bench warrant. In all cases the sheriff’s fees shall be paid by the surety or sureties surrendering a defendant who has violated conditions imposed on the defendant’s release under section 629.63.
History:
(10601) RL s 5259; 1985 c 265 art 10 s 1; 1986 c 444
History: History: (10601) RL s 5259; 1985 c 265 art 10 s 1; 1986 c 444
Practical Notes
Sheriffs charge standard fees for their services in bail matters. These costs are part of the criminal case expenses.