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Penalties for unlicensed locksmith work in Texas

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An unlicensed person with no pending application who violates Chapter 1702 can face a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per violation (Occupations Code 1702.381). (source: Texas Legislature)

A violation with no specific penalty is a Class A misdemeanor, and a third degree felony after a prior conviction for working without a required license (Occupations Code 1702.388). (source: Texas Legislature)

Knowingly contracting with or employing someone who lacks a required license is a Class A misdemeanor (Occupations Code 1702.386). (source: Texas Legislature)

License holders may not use titles, badges or uniforms meant to suggest a government connection, or the word "police" (Occupations Code 1702.130). (source: Texas Legislature)

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