Texas Transportation Code 621.511 – Name On Permit; Offense
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(a) A person commits an offense if:
(1) the person operates or moves on a public highway a vehicle that is issued a permit under this subtitle; and
(2) the person operating or moving the vehicle is not the person named on the permit for the vehicle or an employee of that person.
(b) An offense under this section is a Class C 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 C misdemeanor | up to $500 |
Terms Used In Texas Transportation Code 621.511
- 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) It is an exception to the application of this section that:
(1) the vehicle being operated or moved is a combination of a tow truck and a disabled, abandoned, or accident-damaged vehicle or vehicle combination; and
(2) the tow truck is towing the other vehicle or vehicle combination directly to the nearest terminal, vehicle storage facility, or authorized place of repair.