AUG 29, 2003
Questioning the practice of jails charging fees, such as booking fees to cover administrative costs associated with the booking process, or a clothing fee to cover the costs associated with cleaning and replacing clothing for inmates. And the authority of a sheriff or county government that operates a jail to establish fees by policy or county ordinance to include such type items.
Requested by: Jeffrey B. Moore, Executive Director, South Carolina Sheriff’s Association
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