Texas Occupations Code 1301.704 – Penalty to Be Paid or Hearing Requested
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(a) Not later than the 20th day after the date the person receives the notice, the person in writing may:
(1) accept the determination and recommended penalty of the board; or
(2) make a request for a hearing on the occurrence of the violation, the amount of the penalty, or both.
(b) If the person accepts the determination and recommended penalty of the board, the board by order shall approve the determination and impose the recommended penalty.
Terms Used In Texas Occupations Code 1301.704
- in writing: includes any representation of words, letters, or figures, whether by writing, printing, or other means. See Texas Government Code 312.011
- 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
- Written: includes any representation of words, letters, symbols, or figures. See Texas Government Code 311.005
(c) Failure to request a hearing or accept the determination and recommended penalty within the time provided by this section waives the right to a hearing under this chapter.
(d) If the board determines without a hearing that the person committed a violation and a penalty is to be imposed, the board shall:
(1) provide written notice to the person of the board’s findings; and
(2) enter an order requiring the person to pay the recommended penalty.