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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) A member of the governing body of a commission or a person who provides legal services to a commission may not:
(1) provide legal representation before or to the commission on behalf of a governmental unit located, in whole or in part, within the boundaries of the commission; or
(2) be a shareholder, partner, or employee of a law firm that provides those legal services to the governmental unit.
(b) A person who violates Subsection (a) may not receive compensation or reimbursement for expenses from the commission or governmental unit.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Local Government Code - LOC GOV'T § 391.010. Conflict of Interest in Provision of Legal Services - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/local-government-code/loc-gov-t-sect-391-010/
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