Sec. 243.014. CIVIL PENALTY. (a) A person who violates this chapter or who fails to comply with a rule adopted under this chapter is liable for a civil penalty of not less than $100 or more than $500 for each violation if the department determines the violation threatens the health and safety of a patient.
(b) Each day of a continuing violation constitutes a separate ground for recovery.
Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 678, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1989.
Structure Texas Statutes
Subtitle B - Licensing of Health Facilities
Chapter 243 - Ambulatory Surgical Centers
Subchapter A. General Provisions; Licensing and Penalties
Section 243.003. License Required
Section 243.004. Exemptions From Licensing Requirement
Section 243.005. License Application and Issuance
Section 243.008. Deposit of Fees
Section 243.009. Adoption of Rules
Section 243.010. Minimum Standards
Section 243.011. Denial, Suspension, Probation, or Revocation of License
Section 243.0115. Emergency Suspension
Section 243.013. Criminal Penalty
Section 243.014. Civil Penalty
Section 243.015. Imposition of Administrative Penalty
Section 243.016. Payment and Collection of Administrative Penalty; Judicial Review
Section 243.017. Compliance With Certain Requirements Regarding Sonogram Before Abortion