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Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code - CIV PRAC & REM § 126.002. Appointment of Receiver

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) The judge of a district court or another court of jurisdiction shall on application appoint a receiver for any religious congregation that:

(1) formerly maintained regular forms of work and worship in a given community at regular intervals;  and

(2) has ceased to function as a religious congregation in those or similar capacities for at least one year.

(b) The judge shall hear and determine the application in term or in vacation.

(c) Before appointing a receiver, the judge shall apply to the secretary of state for a certified copy of the record of trustees required by this chapter.

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