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Texas Government Code - GOV'T § 419.039. Criminal Penalty

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(a) A person commits an offense if the person:

(1) accepts an appointment in violation of Section 419.032 or 419.037;

(2) knowingly accepts an appointment in violation of Section 419.038;

(3) appoints or retains a person in violation of Section 419.032;  or

(4) appoints a person in violation of Section 419.037 or 419.038.

(b) An offense under this section is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than $100 nor more than $1,000.

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