Texas Agriculture Code 111.007 – Penalties
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(a) A person commits an offense if the person operates a cotton gin for himself or herself or for commercial purposes without complying with this chapter.
(b) A person commits an offense if, as a ginner, the person:
(1) fails, neglects, or refuses to keep a record in accordance with Section 111.002 of this code; or
(2) fails, neglects, or refuses to mark a bale of cotton with the initials of each party who claims to own the cotton and with the ginner’s mark in the manner required by Section 111.003 of this code.
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 Agriculture Code 111.007
- 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
(c) An offense under this section is a Class C misdemeanor.