Mississippi § 7-9-7 - Bond clerk.
Full text of Mississippi Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 7-9-7 — Bond clerk., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-9-7. Bond clerk.
It shall be the duty of the bond clerk to keep a record of all bonds or other securities coming into the possession of the state treasury and to do and perform any other duties required of him by the treasurer. Said clerk shall, before entering upon the duties of his office, execute a good and sufficient bond payable to the state treasurer, in some surety company authorized to do business in Mississippi, in the sum of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000.00), said bond to be conditioned for the faithful discharge of the duties of such clerk and shall be liable for any misfeasance, malfeasance, mistakes, or misappropriations of said clerk, the premium on said bond to be paid as the premium on the state treasurer’s bond is paid. The provisions of this section and the bond required shall in no way alter or change the duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of the state treasurer.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mississippi § 7-9-7
What does Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 7-9-7 cover?
Section 7-9-7 ("Bond clerk.") is part of the Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Mississippi. 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 Mississippi § 7-9-7?
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Is this the official text of Mississippi law?
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