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(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 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)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 adoption has been reviewed
by legal counsel and found to be a valid exercise of the agency's legal authority.
Filed with the Office of
the Secretary of State on September 26, 2003
TRD-200306399 Margarita White
Interim Commissioner
Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board
Effective date: October 16, 2003
Proposal publication date: July 25, 2003
For further information, please call: (512) 465-3950
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