Texas Agriculture Code 164.088 – Importation of Sheep Without Certificate or Permit
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(a) A person commits an offense if the person imports sheep into this state in violation of Subchapter D of this chapter.
(b) An offense under this section is a Class B misdemeanor for each head of sheep imported in violation of Subchapter D of this chapter.
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 Agriculture Code 164.088
- 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
- Venue: The geographical location in which a case is tried.
(c) A person commits a separate offense for each county into which or through which the sheep are moved.
(d) Venue for prosecution of an offense under this section is in any county into which or through which the sheep are moved.