Sec. 6.002. CITIES EXEMPT FROM SECURITY FOR COURT COSTS. (a) Security for costs may not be required of an incorporated city or town of this state in an action, suit, or proceeding.
(b) A municipality may institute and prosecute suits without giving security for cost and may appeal from judgment without giving supersedeas or cost bond.
Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 959, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1985. Amended by Acts 1987, 70th Leg., ch. 149, Sec. 21, eff. Sept. 1, 1987; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 625, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
Structure Texas Statutes
Civil Practice and Remedies Code
Title 2 - Trial, Judgment, and Appeal
Subtitle A - General Provisions
Chapter 6 - Governmental Exemption From Bond and Security Requirements
Section 6.001. State and Federal Agencies Exempt From Bond for Court Costs or Appeal
Section 6.002. Cities Exempt From Security for Court Costs
Section 6.003. Water Districts Exempt From Appeal Bond
Section 6.004. School Districts Exempt From Security for Court Costs and Appeal Bond