Each auditor, on retiring from office, shall deliver to his successor the seal of office and all the books, records, and instruments of writing belonging to the office, and take his receipt therefor. In case of the death of the auditor, his legal representatives shall deliver over the seal, books, records and papers.

[1963 c 4 § 36.22.150. Prior: Code 1881 § 2725; 1869 p 314 § 22; RRS § 4104.]