Texas Government Code 466.3053 – Purchase of Ticket With Proceeds of Afdc Check or Food Stamps
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(a) A person commits an offense if the person intentionally or knowingly purchases a ticket with:
(1) the proceeds of a check issued as a payment under the Aid to Families with Dependent Children program administered under Chapter 31, Human Resources Code; or
(2) a food stamp coupon issued under the food stamp program administered under Chapter 33, Human Resources Code.
(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 Government Code 466.3053
- Dependent: A person dependent for support upon another.
- 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