(a)A person not licensed or certified under the Act commits a Class A misdemeanor if the person engages in real estate appraisal, appraisal practice, or any appraisal related activity for which a certificate or license is required. (b)A person not licensed or certified under the Act who engages in real estate appraisal, appraisal practice, or any appraisal related activity for which a certificate or license is required is liable for civil penalties of not less than the amount of the consideration received or more than three times the amount of the consideration received. (c)A person not licensed or certified under the Act who engages in real estate appraisal, appraisal practice, or any appraisal related activity for which a certificate or license is required is liable for administrative penalties as set by the board. (d)[(a)] A person not licensed or certified under the Act commits a Class B misdemeanor if the person knowingly or intentionally uses any title, designation, initials, or other insignia or identification that would mislead the public as to the person's credentials, qualifications, competency, or ability to perform certified or licensed appraiser services. (e)[(b)] A person commits a Class B misdemeanor if the person knowingly or intentionally furnishes false information in connection with an affidavit filed pursuant to §153.15(e) of this title (relating to Experience Required for Certification or Licensing).
This agency hereby certifies that the proposal has been reviewed
by legal counsel and found to be within the agency's legal authority to adopt.
Filed with the Office of
the Secretary of State on July 11, 2003
TRD-200304194 Renil C. Linér
Commissioner
Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board
Earliest possible date of adoption: August 24, 2003
For further information, please call: (512) 465-3950
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