Texas Local Government Code 234.1342 – Application for Employee License or Permit
(a) A county requiring a person to obtain a license or permit to be employed by a game room in the county shall require the person to submit a completed application as provided by this section for issuance or renewal of the license or permit and an application fee of $50 as required by the county.
(b) An application form developed by the county under this section must require the applicant to provide the following information:
(1) the person’s legal name, social security number, date of birth, and other relevant information;
(2) the person’s criminal history;
(3) the applicant’s fingerprints;
(4) a copy of the applicant’s valid state-issued driver’s license or personal identification card and social security card;
(5) a recent photograph of the applicant’s face and a recent photograph of the applicant’s full body; and
(6) the applicant’s consent for a criminal history record information check of the applicant.
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 Local Government Code 234.1342
- Justice: when applied to a magistrate, means justice of the peace. See Texas Government Code 312.011
- 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
(c) A county may not issue or renew a license or permit for an applicant who has been previously convicted of a Class B misdemeanor or higher criminal offense.
(d) A county shall send a copy of fingerprints obtained under this section to the Department of Public Safety to allow the department to create a permanent record of the fingerprints in the criminal justice information system.