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2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter I. Regulation of Towing Companies and Parking Facility Owners › Section 2308.405. Criminal Penalty

Sec. 2308.405.  CRIMINAL PENALTY.  A person commits an offense if the person violates this chapter.  An offense under this section is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than $500 or more than $1,500 unless it is shown on trial of the offense that the person knowingly or intentionally violated this chapter, in which event the offense is a Class B misdemeanor.
Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.
Amended by:
Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 1197 (H.B. 480), Sec. 8, eff. September 1, 2005.
Renumbered from Transportation Code, Section 684.085 by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.06, eff. September 1, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1310 (H.B. 2571), Sec. 13, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter I. Regulation of Towing Companies and Parking Facility Owners › Section 2308.406. Violation of Chapter; Injunction

Sec. 2308.406.  VIOLATION OF CHAPTER; INJUNCTION.  A violation of this chapter may be enjoined under Subchapter E, Chapter 17, Business & Commerce Code.
Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.
Renumbered from Transportation Code, Section 684.086 by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.06, eff. September 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter I. Regulation of Towing Companies and Parking Facility Owners › Section 2308.407. Minor Sign or Lettering Height Variations

Sec. 2308.407.  MINOR SIGN OR LETTERING HEIGHT VARIATIONS.  A minor variation of a required or minimum height of a sign or lettering is not a violation of this chapter.
Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.
Renumbered from Transportation Code, Section 684.087 by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.06, eff. September 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter J. Rights of Owners and Operators of Stored or Booted Vehicles › Section 2308.451. Payment of Cost of Removal, Storage, and Booting of Vehicle

Sec. 2308.451.  PAYMENT OF COST OF REMOVAL, STORAGE, AND BOOTING OF VEHICLE.  (a)  If in a hearing held under this chapter the court finds that a person or law enforcement agency authorized, with probable cause, the removal and storage in a vehicle storage facility of a vehicle, the person who requested the hearing shall pay the costs of the removal and storage.
(b)  If in a hearing held under this chapter the court does not find that a person or law enforcement agency authorized, with probable cause, the removal and storage in a vehicle storage facility of a vehicle, the towing company, vehicle storage facility, or parking facility owner or law enforcement agency that authorized the removal shall:
(1)  pay the costs of the removal and storage; or
(2)  reimburse the owner or operator for the cost of the removal and storage paid by the owner or operator.
(c)  If in a hearing held under this chapter the court finds that a person authorized, with probable cause, the booting of a vehicle in a parking facility, the person who requested the hearing shall pay the costs of the booting.
(c-1)  If, in a hearing held under this chapter, regardless of whether the court finds that there was probable cause for the removal and storage of a vehicle, the court finds that the towing charge collected exceeded fees regulated by a political subdivision or authorized by this chapter or Chapter 2303, the towing company shall reimburse the owner or operator of the vehicle an amount equal to the overcharge.
(d)  If in a hearing held under this chapter the court does not find that a person authorized, with probable cause, the booting of a vehicle, the person that authorized the booting shall:
(1)  pay the costs of the booting and any related parking fees; or
(2)  reimburse the owner or operator for the cost of the booting and any related parking fees paid by the owner or operator.
Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.  Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 30.159(a), eff. Sept. 1, 1997.
Renumbered from Transportation Code, Section 685.002 by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.07, eff. September 1, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 845 (S.B. 2153), Sec. 21, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 845 (S.B. 2153), Sec. 22, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1310 (H.B. 2571), Sec. 14, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 91 (S.B. 1303), Sec. 27.001(50), eff. September 1, 2011.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter J. Rights of Owners and Operators of Stored or Booted Vehicles › Section 2308.452. Right of Owner or Operator of Vehicle to Hearing

Sec. 2308.452.  RIGHT OF OWNER OR OPERATOR OF VEHICLE TO HEARING.  The owner or operator of a vehicle that has been removed and placed in a vehicle storage facility or booted without the consent of the owner or operator of the vehicle is entitled to a hearing on whether probable cause existed for the removal and placement or booting.
Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.  Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 30.159(a), eff.Sept. 1, 1997.
Renumbered from Transportation Code, Section 685.003 by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.07, eff. September 1, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 845 (S.B. 2153), Sec. 23, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter J. Rights of Owners and Operators of Stored or Booted Vehicles › Section 2308.453. Jurisdiction

Sec. 2308.453.  JURISDICTION.  A hearing under this chapter shall be in any justice court in:
(1)  the county from which the motor vehicle was towed; or
(2)  for booted vehicles, the county in which the parking facility is located.
Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.  Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 30.159(a), eff. Sept. 1, 1997;  Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 669, Sec. 144, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
Amended by:
Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 737 (H.B. 2630), Sec. 4, eff. September 1, 2005.
Renumbered from Transportation Code, Section 685.004 by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.07, eff. September 1, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 845 (S.B. 2153), Sec. 24, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1310 (H.B. 2571), Sec. 15, eff. September 1, 2009.
Reenacted by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 91 (S.B. 1303), Sec. 18.006, eff. September 1, 2011.
Amended by:
Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 238 (H.B. 338), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter J. Rights of Owners and Operators of Stored or Booted Vehicles › Section 2308.454. Notice to Vehicle Owner or Operator

Sec. 2308.454.  NOTICE TO VEHICLE OWNER OR OPERATOR.  (a)  If before a hearing held under this chapter the owner or operator of a vehicle pays the costs of the vehicle's removal or storage, the towing company or vehicle storage facility that received the payment shall at the time of payment give the owner or operator written notice of the person's rights under this chapter.
(b)  The operator of a vehicle storage facility that sends a notice under Subchapter D, Chapter 2303, shall include with that notice a notice of the person's rights under this chapter.
(c)  If before a hearing held under this chapter the owner or operator of a vehicle pays the costs for removal of a boot, the booting company shall at the time of payment give the owner or operator written notice of the person's rights under this chapter.
(d)  The booting operator that places a notice on a booted vehicle under Section 2308.257 shall include with that notice a notice of the person's rights under this chapter.
(e)  If the towing company or vehicle storage facility that received the payment fails to furnish to the owner or operator of the vehicle the name, address, and telephone number of the parking facility owner or law enforcement agency that authorized the removal of the vehicle, the towing company or vehicle storage facility that received the payment is liable if the court, after a hearing, does not find probable cause for the removal and storage of the vehicle.
Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 30.159(a), eff. Sept. 1, 1997.  Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1276, Sec. 14A.841, eff. Sept. 1, 2003.
Renumbered from Transportation Code, Section 685.005 and amended by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.07, eff. September 1, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 845 (S.B. 2153), Sec. 25, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1310 (H.B. 2571), Sec. 16, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 91 (S.B. 1303), Sec. 27.001(51), eff. September 1, 2011.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter J. Rights of Owners and Operators of Stored or Booted Vehicles › Section 2308.455. Contents of Notice

Sec. 2308.455.  CONTENTS OF NOTICE.  The notice under Section 2308.454 must include:
(1)  a statement of:
(A)  the person's right to submit a request within 14 days for a court hearing to determine whether probable cause existed to remove, or install a boot on, the vehicle;
(B)  the information that a request for a hearing must contain;
(C)  any filing fee for the hearing; and
(D)  the person's right to request a hearing in any justice court in:
(i)  the county from which the vehicle was towed; or
(ii)  for booted vehicles, the county in which the parking facility is located;
(2)  the name, address, and telephone number of the towing company that removed the vehicle or the booting company that booted the vehicle;
(3)  the name, address, telephone number, and county of the vehicle storage facility in which the vehicle was placed;
(4)  the name, street address including city, state, and zip code, and telephone number of the person, parking facility owner, or law enforcement agency that authorized the removal of the vehicle; and
(5)  the name, address, and telephone number of each justice court in the county from which the vehicle was towed or, for booted vehicles, the county in which the parking facility is located, or the address of an Internet website maintained by the Office of Court Administration of the Texas Judicial System that contains the name, address, and telephone number of each justice court in that county.
Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 30.159(a), eff. Sept. 1, 1997.
Amended by:
Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 737 (H.B. 2630), Sec. 5, eff. September 1, 2005.
Renumbered from Transportation Code, Section 685.006 and amended by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.07, eff. September 1, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 845 (S.B. 2153), Sec. 26, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1310 (H.B. 2571), Sec. 17, eff. September 1, 2009.
Reenacted by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 91 (S.B. 1303), Sec. 18.007, eff. September 1, 2011.
Amended by:
Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 238 (H.B. 338), Sec. 2, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter J. Rights of Owners and Operators of Stored or Booted Vehicles › Section 2308.456. Request for Hearing

Sec. 2308.456.  REQUEST FOR HEARING.  (a)  Except as provided by Subsections (c) and (c-1), a person entitled to a hearing under this chapter must deliver a written request for the hearing to the court before the 14th day after the date the vehicle was removed and placed in the vehicle storage facility or booted, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays.
(b)  A request for a hearing must contain:
(1)  the name, address, and telephone number of the owner or operator of the vehicle;
(2)  the location from which the vehicle was removed or in which the vehicle was booted;
(3)  the date when the vehicle was removed or booted;
(4)  the name, address, and telephone number of the person or law enforcement agency that authorized the removal or booting;
(5)  the name, address, and telephone number of the vehicle storage facility in which the vehicle was placed;
(6)  the name, address, and telephone number of the towing company that removed the vehicle or of the booting company that installed a boot on the vehicle;
(7)  a copy of any receipt or notification that the owner or operator received from the towing company, the booting company, or the vehicle storage facility; and
(8)  if the vehicle was removed from or booted in a parking facility:
(A)  one or more photographs that show the location and text of any sign posted at the facility restricting parking of vehicles; or
(B)  a statement that no sign restricting parking was posted at the parking facility.
(c)  If notice was not given under Section 2308.454, the 14-day deadline for requesting a hearing under Subsection (a) does not apply, and the owner or operator of the vehicle may deliver a written request for a hearing at any time.
(c-1)  The 14-day period for requesting a hearing under Subsection (a) does not begin until the date on which the towing company or vehicle storage facility provides to the vehicle owner or operator the information necessary for the vehicle owner or operator to complete the material for the request for hearing required under Subsections (b)(2) through (6).
(d)  A person who fails to deliver a request in accordance with Subsection (a) waives the right to a hearing.
Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.  Renumbered from Transportation Code Sec. 685.005 and amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 30.159(a), eff. Sept. 1, 1997.
Renumbered from Transportation Code, Section 685.007 and amended by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.07, eff. September 1, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 845 (S.B. 2153), Sec. 27, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1310 (H.B. 2571), Sec. 18, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 91 (S.B. 1303), Sec. 18.008, eff. September 1, 2011.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter J. Rights of Owners and Operators of Stored or Booted Vehicles › Section 2308.459. Appeal

Sec. 2308.459.  APPEAL.  An appeal from a hearing under this chapter is governed by the rules of procedure applicable to civil cases in justice court, except that no appeal bond may be required by the court.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 737 (H.B. 2630), Sec. 8, eff. September 1, 2005.
Renumbered from Transportation Code, Section 685.010 by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.07, eff. September 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter J. Rights of Owners and Operators of Stored or Booted Vehicles › Section 2308.460. Enforcement of Award

Sec. 2308.460.  ENFORCEMENT OF AWARD.  (a)  An award under this chapter may be enforced by any means available for the enforcement of a judgment for a debt.
(b)  The department shall suspend a license holder's license on the license holder's failure to pay a final judgment awarded to an owner or operator of a vehicle before the 60th day after the date of the final judgment.  The department must provide notice of the suspension to the license holder at least 30 days before the date the license is to be suspended.
(c)  The owner or operator of the vehicle shall submit a certified copy of the final judgment to the department.
(d)  On receipt of the certified copy of the unpaid final judgment, the department shall disqualify a person from renewing a license or permit or deny the person the opportunity of taking a licensing examination on the grounds that the person, towing company, or vehicle storage facility has not paid a final judgment awarded to an owner or operator of a vehicle.
(e)  The department shall reinstate the license on submission of evidence satisfactory to the department of payment of the final judgment by the person, towing company, or vehicle storage facility.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.08, eff. September 1, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1310 (H.B. 2571), Sec. 20, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter K. Enforcement › Section 2308.501. Administrative Penalty

Sec. 2308.501.  ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY.  (a)  The commission may impose an administrative penalty on a person under Subchapter F, Chapter 51, regardless of whether the person holds a registration, permit, or license under this chapter, if the person violates:
(1)  this chapter or a rule adopted under this chapter; or
(2)  a rule or order of the executive director or commission.
(b)  An administrative penalty may not be imposed unless the person charged with a violation is provided the opportunity for a hearing.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.09, eff. September 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter K. Enforcement › Section 2308.502. Cease and Desist Order; Injunction; Civil Penalty

Sec. 2308.502.  CEASE AND DESIST ORDER; INJUNCTION; CIVIL PENALTY.  (a)  The executive director may issue a cease and desist order as necessary to enforce this chapter if the executive director determines that the action is necessary to prevent a violation of this chapter and to protect public health and safety.
(b)  The attorney general or executive director may institute an action for an injunction or a civil penalty under this chapter as provided by Section 51.352.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.09, eff. September 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter K. Enforcement › Section 2308.503. Sanctions

Sec. 2308.503.  SANCTIONS.  The department may impose sanctions as provided by Section 51.353.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.09, eff. September 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter K. Enforcement › Section 2308.504. Criminal Penalty; Licensing

Sec. 2308.504.  CRIMINAL PENALTY; LICENSING.  (a)  A person commits an offense if the person:
(1)  violates the permitting or licensing requirements of this chapter;
(2)  performs towing without a license to perform towing in this state;
(3)  employs an individual who does not hold the appropriate license required by this chapter; or
(4)  falsifies a certification or training.
(b)  An offense under this section is a Class C misdemeanor.  An offense under this section is enforceable by law enforcement.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.09, eff. September 1, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 353 (H.B. 3510), Sec. 17, eff. September 1, 2011.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2308 - Vehicle Towing and Booting › Subchapter K. Enforcement › Section 2308.505. Criminal Penalty; Towing

Sec. 2308.505.  CRIMINAL PENALTY; TOWING.  (a)  A person commits an offense if the person:
(1)  violates an ordinance, resolution, order, rule, or regulation of a political subdivision adopted under Section 2308.201, 2308.202, or 2308.2085 for which the political subdivision does not prescribe the penalty;
(2)  charges or collects a fee in a political subdivision that regulates the operation of tow trucks under Section 2308.201 or 2308.202 or booting under Section 2308.2085 that is not authorized or is greater than the authorized amount of the fee;
(3)  charges or collects a fee greater than the amount authorized under Section 2308.204;
(4)  charges or collects a fee in excess of the amount filed with the department under Section 2308.206;
(5)  violates Section 2308.205; or
(6)  violates a rule of the department applicable to a tow truck, towing company, or booting company.
(b)  An offense under this section is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than $200 or more than $1,000 per violation.  An offense under this section is enforceable by law enforcement.
Renumbered from Transportation Code, Section 643.253(d) and amended by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1046 (H.B. 2094), Sec. 2.10, eff. September 1, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 845 (S.B. 2153), Sec. 29, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 353 (H.B. 3510), Sec. 18, eff. September 1, 2011.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 2309.001. Short Title

Sec. 2309.001.  SHORT TITLE.  This chapter may be cited as the Texas Used Automotive Parts Recycling Act.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 2309.002. Definitions

Sec. 2309.002.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
(1)  "Insurance company," "metal recycler," "motor vehicle," "nonrepairable motor vehicle," "nonrepairable vehicle title," "salvage motor vehicle," "salvage vehicle title," and "salvage vehicle dealer" have the meanings assigned by Section 501.091, Transportation Code.
(2)  "Commission" means the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation.
(3)  "Department" means the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
(4)  "Executive director" means the executive director of the department.
(5)  "Used automotive part" has the meaning assigned to "used part" by Section 501.091, Transportation Code.
(6)  "Used automotive parts recycler" means a person licensed under this chapter to operate a used automotive parts recycling business.
(7)  "Used automotive parts recycling" means the dismantling and reuse or resale of used automotive parts and the safe disposal of salvage motor vehicles or nonrepairable motor vehicles, including the resale of those vehicles.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 2309.003. Applicability of Chapter to Metal Recyclers

Sec. 2309.003.  APPLICABILITY OF CHAPTER TO METAL RECYCLERS.  (a)  Except as provided by Subsection (b), this chapter does not apply to a transaction to which a metal recycler is a party.
(b)  This chapter applies to a transaction in which a motor vehicle:
(1)  is sold, transferred, released, or delivered to a metal recycler as a source of used automotive parts; and
(2)  is used as a source of used automotive parts.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 2309.004. Applicability of Chapter to Salvage Vehicle Dealers

Sec. 2309.004.  APPLICABILITY OF CHAPTER TO SALVAGE VEHICLE DEALERS.  (a)  Except as provided by Subsection (b), this chapter does not apply to a transaction in which a salvage vehicle dealer is a party.
(b)  This chapter applies to a salvage vehicle dealer who deals in used automotive parts as more than an incidental part of the salvage vehicle dealer's primary business.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 2309.005. Applicability of Chapter to Insurance Companies

Sec. 2309.005.  APPLICABILITY OF CHAPTER TO INSURANCE COMPANIES.  This chapter does not apply to an insurance company.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter B. Advisory Board › Section 2309.051. Used Automotive Parts Recycling Advisory Board

Sec. 2309.051.  USED AUTOMOTIVE PARTS RECYCLING ADVISORY BOARD.  (a)  The advisory board consists of five members representing the used automotive parts industry in this state appointed by the presiding officer of the commission with the approval of the commission.
(b)  The advisory board shall include members who represent used automotive parts businesses owned by domestic entities, as defined by Section 1.002, Business Organizations Code.
(c)  The advisory board shall include one member who represents a used automotive parts business owned by a foreign entity, as defined by Section 1.002, Business Organizations Code.
(d)  The advisory board may not include more than one member from any one used automotive parts business entity.
(e)  Appointments to the advisory board shall be made without regard to the race, color, disability, sex, religion, age, or national origin of the appointee.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter B. Advisory Board › Section 2309.052. Terms; Vacancies

Sec. 2309.052.  TERMS; VACANCIES.  (a)  Advisory board members serve terms of six years, with the terms of one or two members expiring on February 1 of each odd-numbered year.
(b)  A member may not serve more than two full consecutive terms.
(c)  If a vacancy occurs during a term, the presiding officer of the commission shall appoint a replacement who meets the qualifications of the vacated position to serve for the remainder of the term.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter B. Advisory Board › Section 2309.053. Presiding Officer

Sec. 2309.053.  PRESIDING OFFICER.  The presiding officer of the commission shall appoint one of the advisory board members to serve as presiding officer of the advisory board for a term of one year.  The presiding officer of the advisory board may vote on any matter before the advisory board.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter B. Advisory Board › Section 2309.054. Powers and Duties of Advisory Board

Sec. 2309.054.  POWERS AND DUTIES OF ADVISORY BOARD.  The advisory board shall provide advice and recommendations to the department on technical matters relevant to the administration and enforcement of this chapter, including licensing standards.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter B. Advisory Board › Section 2309.055. Compensation; Reimbursement of Expenses

Sec. 2309.055.  COMPENSATION; REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES.  Advisory board members may not receive compensation but are entitled to reimbursement for actual and necessary expenses incurred in performing the functions of the advisory board, subject to the General Appropriations Act.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Commission and Department › Section 2309.101. General Powers and Duties

Sec. 2309.101.  GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES.  The executive director or commission, as appropriate, may take action as necessary to administer and enforce this chapter.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Commission and Department › Section 2309.102. Rules

Sec. 2309.102.  RULES.  (a)  The commission shall adopt rules for licensing used automotive parts recyclers.
(b)  The commission by rule shall adopt standards of conduct for license holders under this chapter.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
Amended by:
Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1144 (H.B. 2847), Sec. 15.001, eff. September 1, 2019.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Commission and Department › Section 2309.103. Rules Regarding Licensing and Standards of Conduct

Sec. 2309.103.  RULES REGARDING LICENSING AND STANDARDS OF CONDUCT.  (a)  The commission shall adopt rules for licensing applicants, including rules for denial of an application if the applicant, a partner, principal, officer, or general manager of the applicant, or another license or permit holder with a connection to the applicant, has:
(1)  before the application date, been convicted of, pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to, or been placed on deferred adjudication for:
(A)  a felony; or
(B)  a misdemeanor punishable by confinement in jail or by a fine exceeding $500;
(2)  violated an order of the commission or executive director, including an order for sanctions or administrative penalties; or
(3)  knowingly submitted false information on the application.
(b)  The commission by rule shall adopt standards of conduct for license holders under this chapter.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Commission and Department › Section 2309.104. Fees

Sec. 2309.104.  FEES.  The commission shall establish and collect reasonable and necessary fees in amounts sufficient to cover the costs of administering this chapter.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Commission and Department › Section 2309.105. Rules Restricting Advertising or Competitive Bidding

Sec. 2309.105.  RULES RESTRICTING ADVERTISING OR COMPETITIVE BIDDING.  (a)  The commission may not adopt a rule restricting advertising or competitive bidding by a person who holds a license issued under this chapter except to prohibit false, misleading, or deceptive practices by the person.
(b)  The commission may not include in its rules to prohibit false, misleading, or deceptive practices a rule that:
(1)  restricts the use of any advertising medium;
(2)  restricts the person's personal appearance or use of the person's voice in an advertisement;
(3)  relates to the size or duration of an advertisement by the person; or
(4)  restricts the use of a trade name in advertising by the person.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Commission and Department › Section 2309.106. Periodic Inspections

Sec. 2309.106.  PERIODIC INSPECTIONS.  (a)  Repealed by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 663 (H.B. 1560), Sec. 1.25(30), eff. September 1, 2021.
(b)  The department may enter and inspect at any time during business hours:
(1)  the place of business of any person regulated under this chapter; or
(2)  any place in which the department has reasonable cause to believe that a license holder is in violation of this chapter or in violation of a rule or order of the commission or executive director.
(c)  Repealed by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1144 (H.B. 2847), Sec. 15.004(1), eff. September 1, 2019.
(d)  Repealed by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1144 (H.B. 2847), Sec. 15.004(1), eff. September 1, 2019.
(e)  In conducting an inspection under this section, the department may inspect a facility, a used automotive part, a business record, or any other place or thing reasonably required to enforce this chapter or a rule or order adopted under this chapter.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
Amended by:
Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1144 (H.B. 2847), Sec. 15.002, eff. September 1, 2019.
Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1144 (H.B. 2847), Sec. 15.003, eff. September 1, 2019.
Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1144 (H.B. 2847), Sec. 15.004(1), eff. September 1, 2019.
Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 663 (H.B. 1560), Sec. 1.25(30), eff. September 1, 2021.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Commission and Department › Section 2309.107. Personnel

Sec. 2309.107.  PERSONNEL.  The department may employ personnel necessary to administer and enforce this chapter.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter D. License Requirements › Section 2309.151. Used Automotive Parts Recycler License Required

Sec. 2309.151.  USED AUTOMOTIVE PARTS RECYCLER LICENSE REQUIRED.  (a)  Unless the person holds a used automotive parts recycler license issued under this chapter, a person may not own or operate a used automotive parts recycling business or sell used automotive parts.
(b)  A used automotive parts recycler license:
(1)  is valid only with respect to the person who applied for the license; and
(2)  authorizes the license holder to operate a used automotive parts recycling business only at the one facility listed on the license.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2010.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2010.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter D. License Requirements › Section 2309.152. General License Application Requirements

Sec. 2309.152.  GENERAL LICENSE APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS.  An applicant for a used automotive parts recycler license under this chapter must submit to the department:
(1)  a completed application on a form prescribed by the executive director;
(2)  the required fees; and
(3)  any other information required by commission rule.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter D. License Requirements › Section 2309.153. License Requirements

Sec. 2309.153.  LICENSE REQUIREMENTS.  An applicant for a used automotive parts recycler license under this chapter must provide in a manner prescribed by the executive director:
(1)  a federal tax identification number;
(2)  proof of general liability insurance in an amount not less than $250,000; and
(3)  proof of a storm water permit if the applicant is required by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to obtain a permit.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter D. License Requirements › Section 2309.155. Nontransferability of License

Sec. 2309.155.  NONTRANSFERABILITY OF LICENSE.  A license issued by the executive director is valid throughout this state and is not transferable.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter D. License Requirements › Section 2309.156. License Renewal

Sec. 2309.156.  LICENSE RENEWAL.  (a)  A license issued under this chapter is valid for one year.  The department may adopt a system under which licenses expire at different times during the year.
(b)  The department shall notify the license holder at least 30 days before the date a license expires.  The notice must be in writing and sent to the license holder's last known address according to the records of the department.
(c)  The commission by rule shall adopt requirements to renew a license issued under this chapter.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter E. Local Regulation › Section 2309.201. Applicability of Certain Municipal Ordinances, Licenses, and Permits

Sec. 2309.201.  APPLICABILITY OF CERTAIN MUNICIPAL ORDINANCES, LICENSES, AND PERMITS.  (a)  The requirements of this chapter apply in addition to the requirements of any applicable municipal ordinance relating to the regulation of a person who deals in used automotive parts.
(b)  This chapter does not prohibit the enforcement of an applicable municipal license or permit requirement that is related to an activity regulated under this chapter.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2009.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter F. Enforcement › Section 2309.251. Administrative Penalty

Sec. 2309.251.  ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY.  (a)  The commission may impose an administrative penalty on a person under Subchapter F, Chapter 51, regardless of whether the person holds a license under this chapter, if the person violates:
(1)  this chapter or a rule adopted under this chapter; or
(2)  a rule or order of the executive director or commission.
(b)  An administrative penalty may not be imposed unless the person charged with a violation is provided the opportunity for a hearing.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2010.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2010.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter F. Enforcement › Section 2309.252. Cease and Desist Order; Injunction; Civil Penalty

Sec. 2309.252.  CEASE AND DESIST ORDER; INJUNCTION; CIVIL PENALTY.  (a)  The executive director may issue a cease and desist order as necessary to enforce this chapter if the executive director determines that the action is necessary to prevent a violation of this chapter and to protect public health and safety.
(b)  The attorney general or executive director may institute an action for an injunction or a civil penalty under this chapter as provided by Section 51.352.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2010.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2010.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter F. Enforcement › Section 2309.253. Sanctions

Sec. 2309.253.  SANCTIONS.  The department may impose sanctions as provided by Section 51.353.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2010.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2010.
2023 Texas Statutes › Occupations Code › Title 14 - Regulation of Motor Vehicles and Transportation › Subtitle A - Regulations Related to Motor Vehicles › Chapter 2309 - Used Automotive Parts Recyclers › Subchapter F. Enforcement › Section 2309.254. Criminal Penalty; Licensing

Sec. 2309.254.  CRIMINAL PENALTY; LICENSING.  (a)  A person commits an offense if the person:
(1)  violates the licensing requirements of this chapter;
(2)  deals in used parts without a license required by this chapter; or
(3)  employs an individual who does not hold the appropriate license required by this chapter.
(b)  An offense under this section is a Class C misdemeanor.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 783 (S.B. 1095), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2010.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 933 (H.B. 3097), Sec. 4.07, eff. September 1, 2010.