Texas § GV.402.005 - ACCEPTANCE OF GIFTS, GRANTS, AND FORFEITED ASSETS
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § GV.402.005 — ACCEPTANCE OF GIFTS, GRANTS, AND FORFEITED ASSETS, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ GV.402.005. ACCEPTANCE OF GIFTS, GRANTS, AND FORFEITED ASSETS
ACCEPTANCE OF GIFTS, GRANTS, AND FORFEITED ASSETS; CREATION OF SPECIAL ACCOUNT. (a) The attorney general may not accept or use money offered by an individual, firm, partnership, corporation, or association for investigating or prosecuting a matter. Text of subsec. (b) as amended by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 380, Sec. 1 (b) The attorney general may accept gifts and grants on behalf of the state for purposes related to duties performed by the attorney general or to public educational opportunities, unless the acceptance is prohibited under Subsection (a) or other law. Money received under this subsection shall be deposited in the state treasury to the credit of an account established in the general revenue fund for the receipt of those funds. Text of subsec. (b) as amended by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 761, Sec. 7 (b) The attorney general law enforcement account is created as a dedicated account in the general revenue fund in the state treasury. The account shall consist of law enforcement-related gifts and grants, and forfeited assets, and shall be administered by the attorney general. (c) The attorney general may accept gifts and grants on behalf of the state for purposes related to law enforcement duties performed by the attorney general, unless the acceptance is prohibited under Subsection (a) or other law. Money received under this subsection shall be deposited in the law enforcement account established pursuant to Subsection (b) and may be appropriated only for the purpose for which the money was given. Acts 1987, 70th Leg., ch. 147, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1987. Amended by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 380, Sec. 1, eff. June 2, 1993; Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 761, Sec. 7, eff. Sept. 1, 1993.
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § GV.402.005
What does The Texas Constitution § GV.402.005 cover?
Section GV.402.005 ("ACCEPTANCE OF GIFTS, GRANTS, AND FORFEITED ASSETS") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. 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 Texas § GV.402.005?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § GV.402.005" (Texas). 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 Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § GV.402.005 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Texas 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 Texas.