Enforcement by the Attorney General; Civil Penalties
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What it requires
The Texas Attorney General has exclusive authority to enforce the TDPSA (§ 541.151), and there is no private right of action (§ 541.156). Before bringing an action, the Attorney General must give written notice and a 30-day opportunity to cure, which does not expire (§ 541.154). A person who fails to cure, or who breaches a written cure statement, is liable for a civil penalty of up to $7,500 per violation, plus injunctive relief and the Attorney General's reasonable attorney's fees and investigative expenses (§ 541.155).
Legal text (excerpt)
§ 541.151: "The attorney general has exclusive authority to enforce this chapter." § 541.155: "A person who violates this chapter following the cure period described by Section 541.154 ... is liable for a civil penalty in an amount not to exceed $7,500 for each violation."
Primary source
Texas Office of the Attorney General: § 541.151: Enforcement by the Attorney General; Civil Penalties ↗Legal notice: This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The legal text excerpt is reproduced from official public sources and is current as of the stated effective date. Laws change: verify against the authoritative source and consult a licensed attorney for compliance guidance.