Texas Occupations Code 266.303 – Criminal Penalties
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(a) A person commits an offense if the person:
(1) is a dentist and provides a dental laboratory service without being exempt under Section 266.002(2); or
(2) violates Section 266.151 or 266.301.
(b) An offense for a violation of Section 266.151 or Section 266.301(b) is a felony of the third degree.
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 |
| Class B misdemeanor | up to 180 days | up to $2,000 |
| Class C misdemeanor | up to $500 |
Terms Used In Texas Occupations Code 266.303
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- 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
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
(c) An offense for a violation of Section 266.301(c) is a Class C misdemeanor. If it is shown on the trial of an offense under this section that the defendant has previously been convicted for an offense for a violation of Section 266.301(c), the offense is a Class A misdemeanor.
(d) An offense for a violation of Section 266.301(d) is a Class B misdemeanor. If it is shown on the trial of an offense under this section that the defendant has previously been convicted of an offense for a violation of Section 266.301(d), the offense is a Class A misdemeanor.
(e) Each day of a violation is a separate offense.