Texas § WA.55.357 - COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS BY TAX ASSESSOR AND COLLECTOR
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § WA.55.357 — COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS BY TAX ASSESSOR AND COLLECTOR, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ WA.55.357. COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS BY TAX ASSESSOR AND COLLECTOR
COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS BY TAX ASSESSOR AND COLLECTOR. (a) Under the direction of the board, the assessor and collector of taxes, or other person designated by the board, shall collect all assessments imposed under Section 55.354 (a) for maintenance and operating expenses made under the provisions of this subchapter. (b) The assessor and collector of taxes shall give bond in an amount determined by the board, conditioned upon the faithful performance of the duties of the assessor and collector and accounting for all money collected. (c) The assessor and collector of taxes shall keep an account of all money collected and shall deposit the money as collected in the district depository. The assessor and collector shall file with the secretary of the board a statement of all money collected once each month. (d) The assessor and collector shall use duplicate receipt books, give a receipt for each collection made, and retain in the book a copy of each receipt, which shall be kept as a record of the district. Acts 1971, 62nd Leg., p. 456, ch. 58, Sec. 1, eff. Aug. 30, 1971. Amended by: Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 90 (S.B. 611 ), Sec. 20, eff. September 1, 2013.
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § WA.55.357
What does The Texas Constitution § WA.55.357 cover?
Section WA.55.357 ("COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS BY TAX ASSESSOR AND COLLECTOR") 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 § WA.55.357?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § WA.55.357" (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 § WA.55.357 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.