104.002 – EXPENSES FOR PRISONERS. (a) Except as otherwise
Texas Code of Criminal Procedure § 104.002
Summary
This law establishes that counties are responsible for the costs associated with the safekeeping of prisoners in their jails. If a prisoner is transferred from another county, that county remains liable for the expenses incurred during the transfer and safekeeping.
Counties must cover expenses for prisoners in their jails.
Transferring counties remain liable for expenses during transfers.
Applies to all prisoners under county custody.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's EXPENSES FOR PRISONERS. (a) Except as otherwise law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.
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