making returns. Immediately following the canvass, except in cases of emergency or inclement weather, the inspector of elections, or one of the judges appointed by the inspector of elections, personally shall deliver the signed canvass report provided for in section 16.1 -15-04 to the county auditor. The report, carefully sealed under cover, accompanied by the pollbook provided for in sections 16.1-02-13 and 16.1 -06-21 with the oaths of the inspector and poll clerks affixed thereto, must be delivered properly to the county auditor. The individual making the return is entitled to receive compensation therefor in accordance with section 16.1 -05-05. The compensation and mileage must be paid out of the county treasury on a warrant of the county auditor and is full compensation for returning all used or voided ballots to the proper official.
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