Texas Election Code 63.012 – Unlawfully Accepting or Refusing to Accept Voter
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(a) An election officer commits an offense if the officer knowingly:
(1) permits an ineligible voter to vote other than as provided by § 63.011; or
(2) refuses to accept a person for voting whose acceptance is required by this code.
(b) An offense under this section is a Class A 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 A misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $4,000 |
Terms Used In Texas Election Code 63.012
- 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