Sec. 53.235. OFFICIAL TO RETAIN FUNDS. A public official who receives the notice may not pay all of the money, bonds, or warrants due the contractor, but shall retain enough to pay the claim for which notice is given.
Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 3555, ch. 576, Sec. 1, eff. Jan. 1, 1984.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 5 - Exempt Property and Liens
Chapter 53 - Mechanic's, Contractor's, or Materialman's Lien
Subchapter J. Lien on Money Due Public Works Contractor
Section 53.232. To Whom Notice Given; Manner
Section 53.233. Contents of Notice
Section 53.234. Time for Notice
Section 53.235. Official to Retain Funds
Section 53.236. Bond for Release of Lien
Section 53.237. Bond Requirements