Sec. 244.014. 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 244 - Birthing Centers
Section 244.003. License Required
Section 244.004. Exemptions From Licensing Requirement
Section 244.005. License Application and Issuance
Section 244.009. Adoption of Rules
Section 244.010. Minimum Standards
Section 244.011. Denial, Suspension, Probation, or Revocation of License
Section 244.0115. Emergency Suspension
Section 244.013. Criminal Penalty
Section 244.014. Civil Penalty
Section 244.015. Imposition of Administrative Penalty
Section 244.016. Payment and Collection of Administrative Penalty; Judicial Review