Texas Insurance Code 962.701 – Prohibited Acts; Offense
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(a) A person may not:
(1) provide coverage described by Section 962.101 unless the person holds a certificate of authority to provide that coverage; or
(2) solicit insurance for an insurer authorized to provide insurance coverage under this chapter unless the person holds an insurance agent’s license.
(b) A person commits an offense if the person knowingly violates Subsection (a). An offense under this subsection is a Class B 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 B misdemeanor | up to 180 days | up to $2,000 |
Terms Used In Texas Insurance Code 962.701
- 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) Venue for prosecution of an offense under this section is in Travis County.