Tex.
Local Gov't Code Section 117.057
New Bond
(a)
A commissioners court may require a depository selected under Subchapter B to execute a new bond whenever the commissioners court considers it necessary for the protection of the county clerk’s and the district clerk’s registry funds.(b)
If a depository does not file a new bond required by an order of the commissioners court within five days after the date a copy of the order is served on the depository, the commissioners court may select another depository in the manner provided by Subchapter B.(b)
If the commissioners court of a county provides a depository for the registry funds of the county clerk or the district clerk, those officers shall make reports under oath to the county auditor to properly reflect all registry funds received and disbursed by the officer, including all money remaining on hand at the time of the report. The county auditor shall prescribe the form and frequency of the report.(c)
Each check issued for the disbursement of the funds must be issued in accordance with the laws providing for registry fund depositories. Each check must be signed according to procedure established by the county auditor before delivery or payment.
Source:
Section 117.057 — New Bond, https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/LG/htm/LG.117.htm#117.057 (accessed Jun. 5, 2024).
