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Those modifications are cataloged by \u201cThe Acts of Assembly,\u201d a state publication, by year and chapter. Those modifications that can be read on the General Assembly\u2019s website will be linked accordingly. 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In marking such\nrecognizance satisfied it shall be the duty of such clerk to refer by marginal\nreference to the court order, if any, releasing or discharging such\nrecognizance.\n\nHISTORY: Code 1950, \u00a7 8-385; 1977, c. 617; 1986, c. 132.","edition":{"id":2,"name":"2026","slug":"2026","date_created":"2026-07-16 18:40:23","date_modified":"2026-08-02 15:14:36","current":1,"order_by":2,"last_import":"2026-08-02 12:37:30"}}