OAG 79-372 is cited as the foundational opinion establishing that sheriffs cannot require prepayment of fees for serving criminal process. It interprets KRS 64.090 and concludes that fees are only due upon a defendant's conviction and payment of costs. This decision reaffirms the conclusions of OAG 79-372 without any modifications.
OAG 79-372 was Followed by OAG 97-005
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The Sunshine Law Library is not exhaustive and may contain errors from source documents or the import process. Nothing on this website should be taken as legal advice. It is always best to consult with primary sources and appropriate counsel before taking any action.