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Texas county clerk
County clerk is an elected position in the state of Texas according to the state's constitution.
Election
One county clerk will be elected by the voters in each county.
Government roles
County clerks serve the court during each of its terms, keep the court's books, papers, records, and effects, and issue the notices, writs, and process necessary for the court's powers and duties; if applicable, the clerk can accept and file material electronically.[1][2] The clerk keeps the seal of the Commissioners Court so that it may be used upon official documents issued by them.[1]
In a county that has determined not to have an auditor, the county clerk performs the duties of an auditor.
Position overview
County clerks serve the court during each of its terms, performing duties such as secretarial work that is necessary to keep the Commissioners Court doing its duties.
Government sector lobbying
County and district clerks may belong to the County and District Clerks Association of Texas, which is a government sector lobbying organization.
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