Courts

Quorum Court

The Quorum Court may exercise the following powers, but are not limited to:

A) the levy of taxes in manner prescribed by law;

B) Appropriate public finds for the expenses of the county in a manner prescribed by ordinances;

C) Preserve the peace and order and secure freedom from dangerous or noxious activities; provided, however, that no act may be declared a felony;

D) for any public purpose, contract, or join with any other county, or with any political sub-division or with the United States;

E) create, consolidate, separate, revise or abandon any elected office or offices except during the term thereof; provided ,however, that a majority of those voting on the question at a general election have approved said action; F) fix the number and compensation of deputies and county employees;

G) fix the compensation of each county officer with a minimum and maximum to be determined by law;

H) fill vacancies in elected county offices;

I) provide for any service or performance of any function relating to county affairs;

J) to exercise other powers, not inconsistent with law, necessary for effective administration of authorized services and functions. (ACA 14-14-801)