Sec. 562.161. CIVIL PENALTY FOR VIOLATION OF CEASE AND DESIST ORDER. (a) A person who is found by a court to have violated a cease and desist order issued under Section 562.158 is liable to the state for a penalty. The state may recover the penalty in a civil action.
(b) The penalty may not exceed $50 unless the court finds the violation to be wilful, in which case the penalty may not exceed $500.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1331 (H.B. 4341), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2009.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 5 - Protection of Consumer Interests
Subtitle C - Deceptive, Unfair, and Prohibited Practices
Section 562.151. Examination and Investigation
Section 562.152. Statement of Charges; Notice of Hearing
Section 562.154. Hearing Procedures
Section 562.155. Record of Hearing
Section 562.156. Compliance With Subpoena
Section 562.157. Determination of Violation
Section 562.158. Cease and Desist Order
Section 562.159. Modification or Setting Aside of Order
Section 562.160. Administrative Penalty for Violation of Cease and Desist Order
Section 562.161. Civil Penalty for Violation of Cease and Desist Order