Sections
Subchapter A General Provisions 8836.001 – 8836.006
Subchapter B Board of Directors 8836.051 – 8836.054
Subchapter C Powers and Duties 8836.101 – 8836.102
Subchapter D Financial Provisions 8836.151 – 8836.152

Terms Used In Texas Special District Local Laws Code Chapter 8836 - Fayette County Groundwater Conservation District

  • Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
  • 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.
  • Comptroller: means the state comptroller of public accounts. See Texas Government Code 312.011
  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
  • Justice: when applied to a magistrate, means justice of the peace. See Texas Government Code 312.011
  • Lease: A contract transferring the use of property or occupancy of land, space, structures, or equipment in consideration of a payment (e.g., rent). Source: OCC
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
  • Verdict: The decision of a petit jury or a judge.
  • Week: means seven consecutive days. See Texas Government Code 311.005