Sec. 1955.104. INJUNCTIVE RELIEF; CIVIL PENALTY. (a) If it appears that a person has violated, is violating, or is threatening to violate this chapter or a rule adopted or certification issued under this chapter, the state may bring an action in the manner prescribed by Section 7.105(a), Water Code, for injunctive relief, to recover a civil penalty, or for both injunctive relief and a civil penalty.
(b) Venue for an action brought under this section is in the county prescribed by Section 7.105(c), Water Code.
(c) The amount of a civil penalty imposed under this section may not exceed:
(1) $2,000 for the first violation; or
(2) $10,000 for a subsequent violation.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1421, Sec. 4, eff. June 1, 2003.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 12 - Practices and Trades Related to Water, Health, and Safety
Subtitle B - Practices Related to Health and Safety
Chapter 1955 - Lead-Based Paint Abatement
Subchapter C. Penalties and Enforcement Provisions
Section 1955.101. Disciplinary Action by Department
Section 1955.103. Administrative Penalty