When a minor has been detained by the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department as a result of the minor’s violation of § 25.0202(a), the minor’s parent or guardian shall be liable for the cost of providing services relating to the detention, processing or supervision of the minor beyond those services normally provided by the Sheriff’s Department if:
1. The minor was detained by the Sheriff’s Department for a period of time in excess of one hour; and
2. A court of competent jurisdiction finds the minor violated § 25.0202(a).
If the parent or guardian is liable under this Section for the cost of providing services, the Sheriff’s Department may assess and bill the parent or guardian as provided in the fee provisions of the County Code.
Any person receiving a bill for services under this Section may, within ten days after the date of the bill, file a written appeal with the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors. The requirement to pay the charges shall be stayed during the pendency of the appeal. Any billing sent pursuant to this Section shall notify the billed party of the right to appeal the charges.
The Board of Supervisors shall designate a person to sit as a hearing officer to hear any appeal under this Section. At the direction of the hearing officer, notice of the date, time, and place of the hearing shall be mailed to the appellant. The hearing shall be informal and the formal rules of evidence shall not apply. Within ten days after the hearing, the hearing officer shall give written notice of the decision to the appellant. If the appeal is denied in part or in full, all amounts found due to the County shall be paid within 30 days of the notice of the hearing officer’s decision.
(Ord. 3653, passed - -1996)