STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS31210 / H0651
This legislation would allow county Sheriffs to be reimbursed for the cost of collecting and returning a prisoner,
probationer or parolee who has absconded from the Idaho Department of Correction or the Idaho Commission
of Pardons and Parole. Currently, those costs are totally borne by county taxpayers. A single transport can cost
thousands of dollars and are mandated upon the individual county.
FISCAL NOTE
The estimated cost of to the general fund is $450,000. An equal amount will be saved by the County Sheriff's
Office.
Contact:
Representative Judy Boyle
(208) 332-1000
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN INTRODUCED: 02/26/2024, 9:10 AM