17.10 – DISQUALIFIED SURETIES. (a) A minor may not be
Texas Code of Criminal Procedure § 17.10
Summary
This law prohibits minors from acting as sureties on bail bonds and sets educational requirements for compensated sureties in certain counties. It ensures that only qualified individuals can serve as sureties, enhancing the integrity of the bail bond process.
Minors cannot be sureties on bail bonds.
Compensated sureties must meet educational requirements.
Regulations apply only in counties without a bail bond board.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's DISQUALIFIED SURETIES. (a) A minor may not be law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.
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