Kentucky · Kentucky Revised Statutes — Criminal Procedure (Ch. 421–440)

KRS (Crim. Proc.) § 440.100: Reward for apprehension of fugitive from justice

What this law says, in plain English

The Governor may offer a reward of up to $500 for capturing a fugitive accused of murder or serious felonies, upon petition by a Circuit or District Judge. Payment requires verified delivery to the designated officer and court certification.

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