Texas Occupations Code 1001.552 – Criminal Penalty
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(a) A person commits an offense if the person:
(1) engages in the practice of engineering without being licensed or exempted from the licensing requirement under this chapter;
(2) violates this chapter with respect to the regulation of engineering;
(3) presents or attempts to use as the person’s own the engineering license or seal of another; or
(4) gives false evidence of any kind to the board or a board member in obtaining an engineering license.
(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 Occupations Code 1001.552
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
- 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