Texas Election Code 162.011 – Presentation of False Evidence of Affiliation Prohibited
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(a) A person commits an offense if for the purpose of participating in a political party’s convention or other party meeting or event the person presents to a party official:
(1) an affiliation certificate that the person knows was not issued in compliance with this chapter; or
(2) a voter registration certificate with a party affiliation stamp that the person knows was not obtained in compliance with this chapter.
(b) An offense under this section is a Class C 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 C misdemeanor | up to $500 |
Terms Used In Texas Election Code 162.011
- 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