Sec. 234.140. EFFECT ON OTHER LAWS. (a) This subchapter does not legalize any activity prohibited under the Penal Code or other state law.
(b) A person's compliance with this subchapter, including operating a game room under a license or permit issued under this chapter, is not a defense to prosecution for an offense under Chapter 47, Penal Code.
(c) A person who is subject to prosecution under Section 234.138 and any other law may be prosecuted under either or both laws.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1284 (H.B. 2123), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 7 - Regulation of Land Use, Structures, Businesses, and Related Activities
Subtitle B - County Regulatory Authority
Chapter 234 - County Regulation of Businesses and Occupations
Section 234.133. Authority to Regulate
Section 234.134. Licenses or Permits
Section 234.137. Injunction; Civil Penalty
Section 234.138. Criminal Penalty