Dumping trash in unauthorized locations is considered a real problem by local governments in North Central Texas. Costs for clean-up can run into the thousands or even millions of dollars, and sites that are not cleaned up can lead to a number of health and safety concerns. Illegal dumping also fosters a negative image in a community.
People are much more likely to dump on property where a dumpsite already exists.
Stopping illegal dumping makes good environmental and economic sense, and it is everyone's problem. Solve it by working together with your local law enforcement officials for a cleaner, healthier, and safer community. Be a part of the solution, not the problem. If a person has been previously convicted of violating this Act, that person's punishment will be upgraded to the next highest category for any subsequent violation. To Help. . .