Sec. 245.017. ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY. (a) The department may assess an administrative penalty against a person who violates this chapter or a rule adopted under this chapter. (b) The penalty may not exceed $1,000 for each violation. Each day of a continuing violation constitutes a separate violation. (c) In determining the amount of an administrative penalty assessed under this section, the department shall consider: (1) the seriousness of the violation; (2) the history of previous violations; (3) the amount necessary to deter future violations; (4) efforts made to correct the violation; and (5) any other matters that justice may require. (d) All proceedings for the assessment of an administrative penalty under this chapter are subject to Chapter 2001 , Government Code.
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