Sections
Subchapter A General Provisions 8444.001 – 8444.006
Subchapter B Board of Directors 8444.051 – 8444.052
Subchapter C Powers and Duties 8444.101 – 8444.103
Subchapter D General Financial Provisions 8444.151 – 8444.153
Subchapter E Bonds and Other Obligations 8444.201 – 8444.202

Terms Used In Texas Special District Local Laws Code Chapter 8444 - Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 529

  • Bail: Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Property: means real and personal property. See Texas Government Code 311.005
  • Real property: Land, and all immovable fixtures erected on, growing on, or affixed to the land.
  • Testify: Answer questions in court.