Texas Occupations Code 2302.353 – Offenses
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(a) A person commits an offense if the person knowingly violates:
(1) a provision of this chapter other than Subchapter G; or
(2) a rule adopted under a provision of this chapter other than Subchapter G.
(b) A person commits an offense if the person knowingly violates Subchapter G.
Attorney's Note
Under the Texas Codes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| State jail felony | between 180 days and 2 years | up to $10,000 |
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $4,000 |
| Class C misdemeanor | up to $500 |
Terms Used In Texas Occupations Code 2302.353
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- 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
- Rule: includes regulation. See Texas Government Code 311.005
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
(c) An offense under Subsection (a) is a Class A misdemeanor unless it is shown on the trial of the offense that the defendant has been previously convicted of an offense under that subsection, in which event the offense is punishable as a state jail felony.
(d) An offense under Subsection (b) is a Class C misdemeanor.