Sec. 1702.2227. LOCKSMITH  


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  • (a) An individual acts as a locksmith for the purposes of this chapter if the person:

    (1) sells, installs, services, or maintains mechanical security devices, including deadbolts and locks; or

    (2) advertises or offers services to the public or represents to the public that the person is a locksmith.

    (b) This section does not apply to a hotel, as that term is defined by Section 156.001, Tax Code.

Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 936, Sec. 9, eff. Sept. 1, 2003. Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 1102 , Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2005.