Sec. 99.003. STRICT LIABILITY AND MINIMUM DAMAGES FOR EXPOSURE. A person who manufactures methamphetamine is strictly liable for any exposure by an individual to the manufacturing process, including exposure to the methamphetamine itself or any of the byproducts or waste products incident to the manufacture, for the greater of:
(1) actual damages for personal injury, death, or property damage as a result of the exposure; or
(2) $20,000 for each incident of exposure.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 643, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
Amended by:
Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 282 (H.B. 164), Sec. 1, eff. August 1, 2005.
Structure Texas Statutes
Civil Practice and Remedies Code
Chapter 99 - Liability for Manufacture of Methamphetamine
Section 99.002. Strict Liability for Damages Arising From Manufacture
Section 99.003. Strict Liability and Minimum Damages for Exposure
Section 99.004. Joint and Several Liability