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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) A former member or employee of the board or the Texas Board of Criminal Justice or a former employee of the department commits an offense if the former member or employee violates Section 508.083(b), (c), or (d).
(b) A person who represents an inmate for compensation commits an offense if the person is not an attorney licensed in this state.
(c) A person who is required to file an affidavit under Section 508.084(a) or (c) or a form or statement under Section 508.085 commits an offense if the person fails to file the affidavit, form, or statement.
(d) An offense under Subsection (a) is a Class A misdemeanor. An offense under Subsection (b) or (c) is a Class C misdemeanor.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Government Code - GOV'T § 508.086. Criminal Penalties - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/government-code/gov-t-sect-508-086/
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