Section 9-4-102 - Creation of Expense in Excess of Appropriation; Liability of Officer Therefor; Penalty for Violation

9-4-102. Creation of expense in excess of appropriation; liability of officer therefor; penalty for violation. (a) Except as otherwise provided by law, no state officer is authorized to create any expense of any kind or character as a charge against the state in excess of the amount appropriated for his use. Any officer creating an expense in excess of the appropriation is responsible for the expenditure under his official bond. (b) Any person or board, who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be fined not to exceed two hundred dollars ($200.00) and may be removed from office.