Texas Agriculture Code 141.143 – Distribution of Commercial Feed Without License, Labeling, or Payment of Inspection Fee
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(a) A person commits an offense if the person distributes, conspires to distribute, or causes another person to distribute commercial feed:
(1) in violation of Subchapter B of this chapter;
(2) that is not labeled in accordance with Subchapter C of this chapter; or
(3) for which an inspection fee has not been paid in accordance with Subchapter D of this chapter.
(b) An offense under this section is a Class C misdemeanor unless it is shown that the person has previously been convicted of an offense under this subchapter, in which event it 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 |
| Class C misdemeanor | up to $500 |
Terms Used In Texas Agriculture Code 141.143
- 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