KRS 440.130: Deputizing of agency head of another state for return of escapee or

probation or parole violator.

(1) The secretary of corrections may deputize the head of an agency of another state

which is charged by that state with enforcement of penal laws to act as an agent of

this state in effecting the return to this state of any person who has violated the

conditions of his probation or parole or who has escaped from a penal institution of

this state. In all matters relating to the return of such person to thi s state, such agent

shall have the powers afforded a police officer of this state.

(2) Any deputization pursuant to this section shall be in writing. Any person authorized

to act as an agent of this state under the terms of this section shall carry on his

person such written evidence of his authorization, and shall display the same upon

demand.