Texas Special District Local Laws Code Chapter 8430 – Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 35
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| Subchapter A | General Provisions | 8430.001 – 8430.003 |
| Subchapter B | Powers and Duties | 8430.051 – 8430.054 |
| Subchapter C | Bonds and Other Obligations | 8430.101 – 8430.102 |
Terms Used In Texas Special District Local Laws Code Chapter 8430 - Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 35
- Allegation: something that someone says happened.
- Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- in writing: includes any representation of words, letters, or figures, whether by writing, printing, or other means. See Texas Government Code 312.011
- Jurisdiction: (1) The legal authority of a court to hear and decide a case. Concurrent jurisdiction exists when two courts have simultaneous responsibility for the same case. (2) The geographic area over which the court has authority to decide cases.
- Justice: when applied to a magistrate, means justice of the peace. See Texas Government Code 312.011
- Settlement: Parties to a lawsuit resolve their difference without having a trial. Settlements often involve the payment of compensation by one party in satisfaction of the other party's claims.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.