(a) A state trust company may not pledge or create a lien on any of its assets except to secure:
(1) the repayment of money borrowed;
(2) trust deposits as specifically authorized or required by:
(A) § 184.301;
(B) Title 9, Property Code; or
(C) rules adopted under this chapter; or
(3) deposits made by:
(A) the United States;
(B) a state, county, or municipality; or
(C) an agency of the United States or a state, county, or municipality.
(b) An act, deed, conveyance, pledge, or contract in violation of this section is void.

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Terms Used In Texas Finance Code 184.402

  • Assets: (1) The property comprising the estate of a deceased person, or (2) the property in a trust account.
  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
  • Deed: The legal instrument used to transfer title in real property from one person to another.
  • Lien: A claim against real or personal property in satisfaction of a debt.
  • Property: means real and personal property. See Texas Government Code 311.005
  • United States: includes a department, bureau, or other agency of the United States of America. See Texas Government Code 311.005