Texas Government Code 2161.231 – Penalty
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(a) A person commits an offense if the person:
(1) intentionally applies as a historically underutilized business for an award of a purchasing contract or public works contract under this subtitle; and
(2) knows the person is not a historically underutilized business.
(b) An offense under this section is a third degree felony.
Attorney's Note
Under the Texas Codes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Third degree felony | between 2 and 10 years | up to $10,000 |
Terms Used In Texas Government Code 2161.231
- Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
- 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