Minnesota § 574.20 - BONDS, BY WHOM APPROVED
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 574.20 — BONDS, BY WHOM APPROVED, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 574.20. BONDS, BY WHOM APPROVED
Except as otherwise provided by law in particular cases, bonds shall be approved as follows:
(1) the official bonds of all state officers, including those of the treasurers, superintendents, and other officials, and employees of the several public educational, charitable, penal, and reformatory institutions belonging to the state, shall be approved, as to form, by the attorney general, and in all other respects by the governor;
(2) the official bonds of county, town, city, and school district officers and employees by the governing body of the political subdivision for whose security they are, respectively, given; and
(3) those required or permitted by law to be given in any court, by the judge or justice of the court in which the proceeding is begun or pending.
No officer, official, or employee required to give bond shall enter upon duties until the bond is duly approved and filed.
History:
(9694) RL s 4529; 1945 c 317 s 1; 1973 c 123 art 5 s 7; 1973 c 492 s 7; 1973 c 524 s 15; 1983 c 359 s 82; 1986 c 444; 1999 c 99 s 20
Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 574.20
What does Minnesota Statutes § 574.20 cover?
Section 574.20 ("BONDS, BY WHOM APPROVED") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. 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 Minnesota § 574.20?
A common citation format is "Minnesota Statutes § 574.20" (Minnesota). 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 Minnesota law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Minnesota official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Minnesota attorney.
How does Minnesota § 574.20 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Minnesota can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Minnesota.