Sec. 3. (a) A county or any combination of counties may acquire premises and facilities for community corrections programs by purchase, lease, or gift. These facilities and programs may be established and operated under a written contract with existing public or private agencies or institutions.
(b) To provide necessary funding for the establishment, operation, and coordination of community corrections programs, a local unit of government may use unexpended funds, use appropriate tax funds, accept gifts, grants, and subsidies from any lawful source, and apply for and accept federal funds.
(c) Private agencies may receive funding from any lawful source, but must comply with all rules and statutes of the department and the state board of accounts.
As added by Acts 1979, P.L.120, SEC.5. Amended by P.L.240-1991(ss2), SEC.60.