Texas § LG.143.037 - RECORD OF CERTIFICATION AND APPOINTMENT
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § LG.143.037 — RECORD OF CERTIFICATION AND APPOINTMENT, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ LG.143.037. RECORD OF CERTIFICATION AND APPOINTMENT
RECORD OF CERTIFICATION AND APPOINTMENT. (a) When a person is certified and appointed to a position in the fire or police department, the director shall forward the appointed person's record to the proper department head. The director shall also forward a copy of the record to the chief executive and shall retain a copy in the civil service files. (b) The record must contain: (1) the date notice of examination for the position was posted; (2) the date on which the appointed person took the examination; (3) the name of each person who conducted the examination; (4) the relative position of the appointed person on the eligibility list; (5) the date the appointed person took the physical examination, the name of the examining physician, and whether the person was accepted or rejected; (6) the date the request to fill the vacancy was made; (7) the date the appointed person was notified to report for duty; and (8) the date the appointed person's pay is to start. (c) If the director intentionally fails to comply with this section, the commission shall immediately remove the director from office. (d) The director's failure to comply with this section does not affect the civil service status of an employee. Acts 1987, 70th Leg., ch. 149, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1987.
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § LG.143.037
What does The Texas Constitution § LG.143.037 cover?
Section LG.143.037 ("RECORD OF CERTIFICATION AND APPOINTMENT") 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 § LG.143.037?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § LG.143.037" (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 § LG.143.037 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.