Texas Health and Safety Code 251.052 – Disclosure of Unannounced Inspection; Criminal Penalty
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(a) A person commits an offense if the person intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly discloses to an unauthorized person the date or time of or any other fact about an unannounced inspection of an end stage renal disease facility before the inspection occurs.
(b) In this section, “unauthorized person” does not include:
(1) the department;
(2) the Health and Human Services Commission, including the office of the inspector general;
(3) the office of the attorney general; or
(4) any other person authorized by law to make an inspection or to accompany an inspector.
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 Health and Safety Code 251.052
- 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 B misdemeanor.
(d) A person convicted under this section is not eligible for state employment.