Sec. 31.126. VENUE. (a) Venue for an alleged violation or offense under the provisions of this chapter is in the justice court, county court, or municipal court having jurisdiction where the violation or offense was committed.
(b) For an offense under the provisions of this chapter, there is a presumption that the offense was committed in the justice precinct and county where the dam containing the body of water is located.
Acts 1975, 64th Leg., p. 1405, ch. 545, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1975.
Amended by:
Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 176 (H.B. 1222), Sec. 1, eff. May 25, 2013.
Structure Texas Statutes
Subchapter E. Enforcement and Penalties
Section 31.121. Enforcement Officers
Section 31.1211. Jurisdiction of Municipal Peace Officers
Section 31.122. Water Safety Vessels: Lights
Section 31.123. Required Response to Police Water Safety Vessel
Section 31.124. Inspection of Vessels
Section 31.125. Violations; Notice to Appear
Section 31.127. Penalties and Fines
Section 31.128. Disposition of Fines
Section 31.129. Violation and Enforcement of Sewage Disposal Regulations
Section 31.130. Boater Education Course Permitted in Lieu of Fine
Section 31.131. Boater Education Course Required for Certain Violations
Section 31.132. Reporting Procedures for Enforcement Officers