Texas Occupations Code 503.452 – Criminal Offenses
(a) A person commits an offense if the person knowingly:
(1) engages in the practice of professional counseling without holding a license under this chapter;
(2) represents the person by the title “Licensed Professional Counselor” or “Licensed Counselor” without holding a license under this chapter;
(3) represents the person by the title “Licensed Professional Counselor — Art Therapist,” “Art Therapist,” or by the initials “L.P.C. — A.T.” or “A.T.” without:
(A) holding a license with a specialization in art therapy under Section 503.303; or
(B) holding a license under Section 503.309; or
(4) uses any title, words, letters, or abbreviations that imply that the person is licensed under this chapter if the person is not licensed under this chapter.
(b) An offense under this section is a Class B misdemeanor.
Attorney's Note
Under the Texas Codes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class B misdemeanor | up to 180 days | up to $2,000 |
Terms Used In Texas Occupations Code 503.452
- Person: includes corporation, organization, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, association, and any other legal entity. See Texas Government Code 311.005