Sec. 1702.2227. LOCKSMITH. (a) An individual acts as a locksmith for the purposes of this chapter if the person:
(1) sells, installs, services, or maintains mechanical security devices, including deadbolts and locks; or
(2) advertises or offers services to the public or represents to the public that the person is a locksmith.
(b) This section does not apply to a hotel, as that term is defined by Section 156.001, Tax Code.
Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 936, Sec. 9, eff. Sept. 1, 2003.
Amended by:
Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 1102 (H.B. 2243), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2005.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 10 - Occupations Related to Law Enforcement and Security
Chapter 1702 - Private Security
Subchapter J. Licensing and Duties of Individuals
Section 1702.221. Individual License Required
Section 1702.222. Security Officer
Section 1702.2226. Electronic Access Control Device Installer
Section 1702.223. Alarm Systems Installer
Section 1702.224. Alarm Systems Monitor
Section 1702.229. Qualifications for Individual License
Section 1702.230. Application for Individual License
Section 1702.2305. Provisional Individual License
Section 1702.232. Pocket Cards
Section 1702.233. Duration of Pocket Cards
Section 1702.234. Transfer of Individual License
Section 1702.235. Preemployment Check for Noncommissioned Security Officers
Section 1702.239. Training Requirements for Alarm Systems Installer; Examination