Sec. 41.009. PROSECUTION OF OFFICERS ENTRUSTED WITH PUBLIC FUNDS. If a district or county attorney learns that an officer in his district or county who is entrusted with the collection or safekeeping of public funds is neglecting or abusing the trust confided in him or is failing to discharge his duties under the law, the district or county attorney shall institute the proceedings that are necessary to compel the performance of the officer's duties and to preserve and protect the public interest.
Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 480, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1985.
Structure Texas Statutes
Subtitle C - Prosecuting Attorneys
Chapter 41 - General Provisions
Subchapter A. Office of Prosecuting Attorney
Section 41.001. Qualifications
Section 41.002. Notification of Address
Section 41.003. Admission by Prosecutor
Section 41.004. Acceptance of Reward
Section 41.005. Collection of Money
Section 41.006. Report to Attorney General
Section 41.007. Opinions to County and Precinct Officials
Section 41.009. Prosecution of Officers Entrusted With Public Funds
Section 41.010. Appointment of Initial District or Criminal District Attorney
Section 41.011. Private Practice in County or District Office
Section 41.012. Liability Insurance
Section 41.013. Compensation of Certain Prosecutors