Exhibit 16
August 15, 2008
Securities and Exchange Commission
Station Place
100 F Street, NE
Washington, DC 20549
Commissioners:
We have read United Security Bancshares, Inc.’s statements included under Item 4.01 of its Form 8-K filed on August 15, 2008 and we agree with such statements concerning our firm.
| Sincerely, |
| /s/ Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC |
| Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC |