Texas Insurance Code 545.703 – Criminal Penalty
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(a) A person or entity commits an offense if the person or entity, with criminal negligence, violates § 545.057 by:
(1) releasing or disclosing a test result or other information; or
(2) allowing a test result or other information to become known.
(b) An offense under this section is a Class A 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 A misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $4,000 |
Terms Used In Texas Insurance Code 545.703
- 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) Each release or disclosure made or allowance of a test result to become known in violation of this chapter constitutes a separate offense.