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Texas Labor Code - LAB § 207.007. Fees Limitation; Legal Representation; Criminal Offense; Penalty

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) An individual claiming benefits under this subtitle may not be charged a fee in a proceeding under this subtitle by:

(1) the commission or a representative of the commission; or

(2) a court or an officer of a court.

(b) An individual claiming benefits in a proceeding before the commission or a court may be represented by counsel or another authorized agent. Counsel or an agent representing an individual under this subtitle may charge and collect a fee for the counsel's or agent's services.

(c) A person who violates this section commits an offense. An offense under this section is punishable by:

(1) a fine of not less than $50 and not more than $500;

(2) imprisonment for not more than six months; or

(3) both a fine and imprisonment.

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