(a) Unless the inmates are immediately hired out, the management and control of the county inmates shall be confined to county courts either in term time or in vacation by the county judge.
(b) The county court or county judge shall always have the right to require the aid of the county sheriff and constables of their respective counties. All lawful orders or process necessary to be issued and executed shall be executed by the county sheriff or constable.
Structure Arkansas Code
Title 12 - Law Enforcement, Emergency Management, and Military Affairs
Subtitle 3 - Correctional Facilities and Programs
Chapter 42 - Labor of County and City Prisoners
§ 12-42-103. County farm — Purchase authorized
§ 12-42-104. Leasing procedure exclusive
§ 12-42-105. Workhouses and public works
§ 12-42-106. Contracts with other counties, cities, or towns — Liability
§ 12-42-107. Procedure when satisfactory contract cannot be made
§ 12-42-109. Management of inmates not hired
§ 12-42-110. Labor on public works restricted
§ 12-42-112. Compensation of artisan or mechanic
§ 12-42-113. Warrants for costs
§ 12-42-114. Arrest of escapees
§ 12-42-115. Records of inmates