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Sheriff vs. Parish President Over Inmate Costs | Lafayette Louisiana News
A St. Landry Parish judge has allowed a high-stakes legal battle to proceed between the parish president and the sheriff, after Bellard accused Guidroz of siphoning state inmate housing funds without reimbursing the parish for actual costs like food, staff, and utilities—claiming the state pays more than the $17/day parish spends, and he just wants that difference covered. Guidroz’s attempt to dismiss the case failed, and while his attorney declined comment, the court is now set to resolve this clash between two top officials over money meant to keep the jail running. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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