Iowa § 65.7 - 65.7 Hearing — order — effect.
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§ 65.7. 65.7 Hearing — order — effect.
If, upon the hearing, there appears substantial ground for apprehension, the approving officer or board may order the principal to give a new bond and to supply the place of the petitioning surety within a reasonable time to be prescribed, and, upon such new bond being given, the petitioning surety upon the former bond shall be declared discharged from liability on the same for future acts, which order of discharge shall be entered in the proper election book, but the bond will continue binding upon those who do not petition for relief. [C51, §424; R60, §655; C73, §777; C97, §1285; C24, 27, 31, 35, 39, §1086; C46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66, 71, 73, 75, 77, 79, 81, §65.7] Referred to in §331.323 Wed Dec 10 22:26:45 2025 Iowa Code 2026, Section 65.7 (17, 0)
Frequently Asked Questions About Iowa § 65.7
What does Iowa Code § 65.7 cover?
Section 65.7 ("65.7 Hearing — order — effect.") is part of the Iowa Code, the codified statutory law of Iowa. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Iowa § 65.7?
A common citation format is "Iowa Code § 65.7" (Iowa). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Iowa law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Iowa official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Iowa attorney.
How does Iowa § 65.7 apply to my situation?
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