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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) An individual younger than 18 years of age may not be on premises covered by a permit or license issued under this code if a sexually oriented business, as defined by Section 243.002, Local Government Code, operates on the premises.
(b) The holder of a permit or license covering a premises described by Subsection (a) may not:
(1) knowingly or recklessly allow an individual younger than 18 years of age to be on the premises; or
(2) enter into a contract, other than a contract described by Section 51.016(g), Labor Code, with an individual younger than 21 years of age for the performance of work or the provision of a service on the premises.
(c) Notwithstanding any other provision of this code, if it is found, after notice and hearing, that a permittee or licensee has violated Subsection (b) the commission or administrator shall:
(1) suspend the permit or license for 30 days for the first violation;
(2) suspend the permit or license for 60 days for the second violation; and
(3) cancel the permit or license for the third violation.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code - ALCO BEV § 106.17. Presence or Employment of Certain Persons at Permitted or Licensed Premises Operating as Sexually Oriented Business - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/alcoholic-beverage-code/alco-bev-sect-106-17/
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