Sept. 1, 2001; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 414, Sec. The consumer protection division shall file its motion for intervention with the court before which the action is pending and serve a copy of the motion on each party to the action. 11.102, eff. 4170), Sec. 216, Sec. DEFINITIONS. 17.462. 5.02(5), eff. A person may not: (1) sell or offer for sale a product represented to be authentic Indian arts and crafts unless the product is in fact authentic Indian arts and crafts; (2) sell or offer for sale any authentic Indian arts and crafts or nonauthentic Indian arts and crafts represented to be made of silver unless the product is made of coin silver or sterling silver; (3) sell or offer for sale a product that is nonauthentic Indian arts and crafts unless the product is clearly labeled as to any characteristics that make it nonauthentic; (4) sell or offer for sale any turquoise, mounted or unmounted, without a disclosure of the true nature of the turquoise; or. Sec. 1080 (H.B. 414, Sec. 5 (2d ed. This subchapter may be cited as the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act. Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 237 (S.B. (b) To qualify as a repurchase agreement for the purposes of Subsection (a)(2)(B), an agreement must be an enforceable agreement by the seller to repurchase, on written request of the purchaser and not later than the first anniversary of the purchaser's date of purchase, all unencumbered products that are in an unused, commercially resalable condition at a price not less than 90 percent of the amount actually paid by the purchaser for the products being returned, less any consideration received by the purchaser for purchase of the products being returned. For the purposes of this section, the district court issuing the injunction shall retain jurisdiction, and the cause shall be continued, and in these cases, the consumer protection division, or the district or county attorney with prior notice to the consumer protection division, acting in the name of the state, may petition for recovery of civil penalties under this section. 8.02, eff. was enacted in 1973 "to protect consumers against false, misleading, and deceptive business practices, unconscionable ac-tions, and breaches of warranty and to provide efficient and economical procedures to secure such protection." Added by Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 776), Sec. Donations will be sold for profit by (name of for-profit entity or individual) and a flat fee of (insert amount) is paid to (name of charitable organization).". The clerk shall issue a separate subpoena and a copy thereof for each witness subpoenaed. Jan. 1, 1991; Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. (B) has a legal right to use or operate under the group's name without abandoning the name or affiliation with the group. 3.001, eff. 2, eff. 1047), Sec. APPLICATION. May 23, 1977. (1) possession of a full or empty reusable container without the owner's permission is prima facie evidence of his violating a provision of Subsection (b) of this section; (2) use, purchase, sale, or other disposition of a full or empty reusable container without the owner's permission is prima facie evidence of his violating a provision of Subsection (b) of this section; and. First enacted in 1973 and last amended in 1995, the Texas Deceptive WebArticle 13 January 1998 Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act A. Michael Ferrill Charles A. Japhet Recommended Citation A. Michael Ferrill & Charles A. Japhet, Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act, 51 SMU L. REV. 17.823. Nothing in this subchapter shall be construed to limit the authority of a local government to adopt an ordinance or regulation relating to the use of public donations receptacles as a collection point for donated clothing or household goods if the ordinance or regulation is compatible with and equal to or more stringent than a requirement prescribed by this subchapter. Sec. (2) "Recording group" means a vocal or instrumental group of which one or more members: (A) has released a sound recording under that group's name for commercial purposes; and. If an unwrapped or unpackaged meat product is displayed for sale, the display case or container in which the meat is displayed must be clearly labeled with the word "halal" or "nonhalal," as applicable. (3) "Dairy case" means a wire or plastic container that holds 16 quarts or more of beverage and is used by a distributor or retailer or an agent of a distributor or retailer to transport, store, or carry dairy products. Added by Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 1331, ch. 1, eff. (B) imitation turquoise, which is any compound or mineral that is manufactured or treated so as to closely approximate turquoise in appearance. Renumbered from Bus. LATER SALES. WebThe primary tool the Office of the Attorney General uses to protect Texas consumers is the Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA). (e) Unless both parts of an offer of settlement required under Subsection (d) are accepted by the consumer not later than the 30th day after the date the offer is made, the offer is rejected. 17.49. 414, Sec. 27, eff. An offense under this section is a Class C misdemeanor. 291, Sec. May 23, 1977; Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 1327, ch. SUBCHAPTER K. REGULATING THE COLLECTION OR SOLICITATION BY FOR-PROFIT ENTITIES OF CERTAIN PUBLIC DONATIONS. Renumbered from Sec. This law lists many practices that are false, 143, Sec. If you spot price gouging Added by Acts 1973, 63rd Leg., p. 322, ch. (2) substitute on a dairy container his proprietary mark for that of the owner. The consumer protection division may not use data that includes prices for care provided in an urgent care setting or physician practice to establish the division's authority to investigate and pursue an action under this subchapter. 2.01, eff. The clerk of a district court at the request of any party to a suit pending in his court which is brought under this subchapter shall issue a subpoena for any witness or witnesses who may be represented to reside within 100 miles of the courthouse of the county in which the suit is pending or who may be found within such distance at the time of trial. WebSec. (2) "Authentic Indian arts and crafts" means any product that: (B) is not made by machine or from unnatural materials, except stabilized or treated turquoise. 1, eff. Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. Cessation of unlawful conduct after such prior contact shall not render such court action moot under any circumstances, and such injunctive relief shall lie even if such person has ceased such unlawful conduct after such prior contact. (g) The requiring, taking, or accepting of a deposit on delivery of a container, shopping cart, or laundry cart is not considered a sale of the container or cart. 1941), Sec. (a) If the attorney general has reason to believe that a person is engaging in, has engaged in, or is about to engage in an act or practice that violates Section 17.902, and that proceedings would be in the public interest, the attorney general may bring an action in the name of the state against the person to restrain that act or practice by temporary or permanent injunction. (e) A person may not remove a container from the premises, parking area, or any other area of a processor, distributor, or retail establishment or from a delivery vehicle unless the person is legally authorized to do so, if: (1) the container is marked on at least one side with a name or mark; and. (h) If the court makes the finding described by Subsection (g), the court shall determine reasonable and necessary attorneys' fees to compensate the consumer for attorneys' fees incurred before the date and time of the rejected settlement offer. 1, eff. The report must include a statement regarding the final disposition of the matter. WebUnfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Act PUBLIC ENFORCEMENT COMMENTS 1. (c) When a court issues a permanent injunction to restrain and prevent a violation of Section 17.902, the court may make additional orders or judgments as necessary to restore money or other property that may have been acquired because of a violation of this subchapter. 3, eff. 1082, Sec. Amended by Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 1327, ch. Amended by Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 1330, ch. (3) a description of the place where the sale was held. (h) A person who violates Section 17.46(b)(26) is jointly and severally liable under that subdivision for actual damages, court costs, and attorney's fees. 759 (H.B. Unfair and deceptive trade names; use of term "wholesale" in advertising. (c) Without the owner's written consent, no person may, (1) deface or remove an owner's proprietary mark from a dairy container; or. September 1, 2019. Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. September 1, 2015. (B) demanding an exorbitant or excessive price in connection with the sale or lease of fuel, food, medicine, lodging, building materials, construction tools, or another necessity; (28) using the translation into a foreign language of a title or other word, including "attorney," "immigration consultant," "immigration expert," "lawyer," "licensed," "notary," and "notary public," in any written or electronic material, including an advertisement, a business card, a letterhead, stationery, a website, or an online video, in reference to a person who is not an attorney in order to imply that the person is authorized to practice law in the United States; (29) delivering or distributing a solicitation in connection with a good or service that: (A) represents that the solicitation is sent on behalf of a governmental entity when it is not; or. Provided, however, the consumer protection division shall, at least seven days prior to instituting such court action, contact such person to inform him in general of the alleged unlawful conduct. Sec. 17.835. WebSection 12: Texas Deceptive Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Act Term 1 / 69 In order for a claim of misrepresentation to stand up, it requires four elements. Sept. 1, 2003. It protects consumers by making it unlawful to misrepresent a product that is sold in the state. 8, eff. LOCAL ORDINANCE OR REGULATION. UNAUTHORIZED ADVERTISEMENT, PROMOTION, OR CONDUCTION OF CERTAIN LIVE MUSICAL PERFORMANCES. 414, Sec. (F) use of the state seal or a representation of the state seal for another historical, educational, or newsworthy purpose if authorized in writing by the secretary of state. 17.951. (c) A person may place a listing for a business described by Subsection (a) the name of which indicates that it is located in a geographical area that is different from the geographical area in which the business is located if a conspicuous notice in the listing states the municipality and state in which the business is located. 1, eff. 1, eff. 17.57. September 1, 2019. Sec. The provisions of this subchapter do apply to any act or practice prohibited or not specifically authorized by a rule or regulation of the Federal Trade Commission. September 1, 2015. 2573), Sec. Amended by Acts 1977, 65th Leg., p. 601, ch. (a) If a person sells both kosher meat and nonkosher meat in the same retail store, the person shall clearly label each portion of kosher meat with the word "kosher." 858 (H.B. 1, eff. 2, 3, eff. The underlying purpose of the statute is to protect consumers against false, misleading, and deceptive business practices, unconscionable actions, and breaches of warranty in an economical and efficient manner. In this subchapter: (1) "American Indian" or "Indian" means an individual who is an enrolled member of a federally or state recognized American Indian tribe, band, nation, rancheria, or pueblo or who is an Alaska Native and a member of an Alaska Native village or regional or village corporation as defined in or established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (43 U.S.C. Whenever the consumer protection division has reason to believe that a person is engaging in, has engaged in, or is about to engage in any act or practice declared to be unlawful by this subchapter, or when it reasonably believes it to be in the public interest to conduct an investigation to ascertain whether any person is engaging in, has engaged in, or is about to engage in any such act or practice, an authorized member of the division may: (1) require the person to file on the prescribed forms a statement or report in writing, under oath or otherwise, as to all the facts and circumstances concerning the alleged violation and such other data and information as the consumer protection division deems necessary; (2) examine under oath any person in connection with this alleged violation; (3) examine any merchandise or sample of merchandise deemed necessary and proper; and. September 1, 2017. 143, Sec. We use cookies to enable digital experiences. (a) A person may not conduct a sale advertised with the phrase "going out of business," "closing out," "shutting doors forever," or "bankruptcy sale"; the word "foreclosure" or "bankruptcy"; or a similar phrase or word indicating that an enterprise is ceasing business unless the business is closing all of its operations in a county and in all of the counties immediately adjacent to that county and follows the procedures required by this subchapter. (5) "Unconscionable action or course of action" means an act or practice which, to a consumer's detriment, takes advantage of the lack of knowledge, ability, experience, or capacity of the consumer to a grossly unfair degree. Text of section as amended by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. (5) sell or offer for sale art represented to be by an American Indian unless it is in fact produced by an American Indian. (2) 50 percent of the amount collected paid to the county shall be deposited by the county in a segregated account and the funds shall be used only for law enforcement, public health programs, or drug abuse prevention programs. Sec. 17.43. Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. (3) refuse to return the container to the owner if he requests its return. Sept. 1, 1995; Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. (B) causing confusion or misunderstanding as to the effects the synthetic substance causes when consumed or ingested; (32) a licensed public insurance adjuster directly or indirectly soliciting employment, as defined by Section 38.01, Penal Code, for an attorney, or a licensed public insurance adjuster entering into a contract with an insured for the primary purpose of referring the insured to an attorney without the intent to actually perform the services customarily provided by a licensed public insurance adjuster, provided that this subdivision may not be construed to prohibit a licensed public insurance adjuster from recommending a particular attorney to an insured; (33) owning, operating, maintaining, or advertising a massage establishment, as defined by Section 455.001, Occupations Code, that: (A) is not appropriately licensed under Chapter 455, Occupations Code, or is not in compliance with the applicable licensing and other requirements of that chapter; or, (B) is not in compliance with an applicable local ordinance relating to the licensing or regulation of massage establishments; or. Sept. 1, 1995; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 172, Sec. (c) A person may use a representation of the state seal for a commercial purpose if the person obtains a license from the secretary of state for that use. Donations are sold for profit by (name of for-profit entity or individual) and a flat fee of (insert amount) is paid to (name of charitable organization).". 2, eff. September 1, 2019. Sec. The Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) is the main consumer protection law in Texas. Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 17.506. MEAT LABELING. 17.58. & Com. Read online View details in library catalog Texas litigation guide Latest received: Automatic updates. A person may not sell an item at a going out of business sale if the person ordered the item after the beginning date of the sale. SUBCHAPTER F. GOING OUT OF BUSINESS SALES. 564, Sec. (f) Nothing in the subchapter shall apply to a claim arising out of a written contract if: (1) the contract relates to a transaction, a project, or a set of transactions related to the same project involving total consideration by the consumer of more than $100,000; (2) in negotiating the contract the consumer is represented by legal counsel who is not directly or indirectly identified, suggested, or selected by the defendant or an agent of the defendant; and. Added by Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 1332, ch. WebThe Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) is the main consumer protection law in Texas. WebDeceptive trade practices. 2573), Sec. Section 1395 et seq. Sec. Sec. 1, eff. 336, Sec. (4) that there is no adequate remedy other than receivership available to the prevailing party. September 1, 2019. (7) "Documentary material" includes the original or a copy of any book, record, report, memorandum, paper, communication, tabulation, map, chart, photograph, mechanical transcription, or other tangible document or recording, wherever situated. 701, Sec. (a) False, misleading, or deceptive acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce are hereby declared unlawful and are subject to action by the consumer protection division under Sections 17.47, 17.58, 17.60, and 17.61 of this code. 1457), Sec. & C. Code Sec. 143, Sec. (f) A party may not compel mediation under this section if the amount of economic damages claimed is less than $15,000, unless the party seeking to compel mediation agrees to pay the costs of the mediation. Nothing herein shall require the consumer protection division to notify such person that court action is or may be under consideration. 17.89. (8) "Consumer protection division" means the consumer protection division of the attorney general's office. 1, eff. 17.555. (d) In an action brought under Section 17.50 of this subchapter, it is a defense to a cause of action if the defendant proves that he received notice from the consumer advising the defendant of the nature of the consumer's specific complaint and of the amount of economic damages, damages for mental anguish, and expenses, including attorneys' fees, if any, reasonably incurred by the consumer in asserting the claim against the defendant, and that within 30 days after the day on which the defendant received the notice the defendant tendered to the consumer: (1) the amount of economic damages and damages for mental anguish claimed; and. (7) "Turquoise" means a hydrous copper sulphate containing aluminum salts plus iron. DEFINITIONS. 143, Sec. 388, Sec. 1229, Sec. 1, eff. (5) "Made by machine" means the producing or reproducing of a product in mass production by mechanically stamping, casting, blanking, or weaving. 7, eff. 1, eff. Sec. ____ PERCENT (INSERT PERCENTAGE) OF ALL PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO (NAME OF CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION).". September 1, 2011. 17.565. Sept. 1, 1987; Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 1023 (H.B. 291, Sec. A person commits an offense if the person knowingly or intentionally sells at a restaurant or a retail store a food product that is represented as halal food and is not halal food and the person either knows the food is not halal food or was reckless about determining whether or not the food is halal food. 7, eff. (d) A person who violates a provision of Subsection (b) or (c) of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction is punishable by a fine of not less than $100 nor more than $500. (e) A person who violates a provision of Subsection (b) of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction is punishable by, (1) a fine of not less than $25 nor more than $50 for each violation concerning a drink-dispensing fountain; or. (d) Each consumer who prevails shall be awarded court costs and reasonable and necessary attorneys' fees. 45(a)(1)]. 2301 et seq. VOLUNTARY COMPLIANCE. 17.47. WebThe Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) protects Texans against false, deceptive and misleading business practices. 17.884. Added by Acts 1973, 63rd Leg., p. 322, ch. 2, eff. 17.46. File a Complaint If You Dispute a Debt 989), Sec. September 1, 2017. Sec. Sec. Sept. 1, 2003. Comment, Consumer Protection: The Practical Effectiveness of State Deceptive Trade Practices Legislation, 59 TUL. 1, eff. 11.101, eff. (a) In this section: (1) "Commercial purpose" means a purpose that is intended to result in a profit or other tangible benefit but does not include: (A) official use of the state seal or a representation of the state seal in a state function; (B) use of the state seal or a representation of the state seal for a political purpose by an elected official of this state; (C) use of the state seal or a representation of the state seal in an encyclopedia, dictionary, book, journal, pamphlet, periodical, magazine, or newspaper incident to a description or history of seals, coats of arms, heraldry, or this state; (D) use of the state seal or a representation of the state seal in a library, museum, or educational facility incident to descriptions or exhibits relating to seals, coats of arms, heraldry, or this state; (E) use of the state seal or a representation of the state seal in a theatrical, motion-picture, television, or similar production for a historical, educational, or newsworthy purpose; or. 242, Sec. Among the most After consultation with an attorney of my own selection, I voluntarily consent to this waiver.". (i) Personal service of a similar investigative demand under this section may be made on any person outside of this state if the person has engaged in conduct in violation of this subchapter. 5, eff. (a) This subchapter shall be liberally construed and applied to promote its underlying purposes, which are to protect consumers against false, misleading, and deceptive business practices, unconscionable actions, and breaches of warranty and to provide efficient and economical procedures to secure such protection. 1, eff. The Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA), Tex. 1230 (H.B. 45.50.471(a) b. 54), Sec. (b) Nothing in this subchapter shall apply to acts or practices authorized under specific rules or regulations promulgated by the Federal Trade Commission under Section 5(a)(1) of the Federal Trade Commission Act [15 U.S.C.A. Added by Acts 1973, 63rd Leg., p. 322, ch. ); and. 1152), Sec. RELIEF FOR CONSUMERS. (5) "Retail store" means a retail grocery store, delicatessen, butcher shop, or other place where food is sold for off-premises consumption. (c) When a petition is filed in the district court in any county under this section, the court shall have jurisdiction to hear and determine the matter presented and to enter any order required to carry into effect the provisions of Sections 17.60 and 17.61 of this subchapter. Any final order entered is subject to appeal to the Texas Supreme Court. Sec. 17.901. Aug. 27, 1979; Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 17.01. 1, eff. 17.883. Claims under Texas Deceptive Trade Practice Act Carl can make 3 types of claims under DTPA against against Dan : (1) misrepresentation; (2) breach of implied and express warranty; and (3) unconscionability. (c) In addition to the request for a temporary restraining order, or permanent injunction in a proceeding brought under Subsection (a) of this section, the consumer protection division may request, and the trier of fact may award, a civil penalty to be paid to the state in an amount of: (1) not more than $10,000 per violation; and. 1229, Sec. WebA. Code 17.41 et seq., protects consumers against false, misleading, or deceptive trade practices, including 17.42. SUBCHAPTER G. LABELING, ADVERTISING, AND SALE OF KOSHER FOODS. Sept. 1, 1995. (2) demands or charges an unconscionable price for or in connection with emergency care or other care at the facility. The Act gives consumers a way to sue (i) A person who violates a provision of Subsection (b) of this section commits an offense. (4) "Product" means a good, a service, or intangible property of any kind. (d) In an action in which the ownership of a reusable container is in issue, a person's proprietary mark on the container is prima facie evidence that the person or his licensee owns the container. Subject to Chapter 41, Civil Practice and Remedies Code, exemplary damages may be awarded in the event of fraud or malice. (h) Notwithstanding any other provision of this subchapter, if a claimant is granted the right to bring a cause of action under this subchapter by another law, the claimant is not limited to recovery of economic damages only, but may recover any actual damages incurred by the claimant, without regard to whether the conduct of the defendant was committed intentionally. (6) any other matter that justice may require. EXEMPTIONS. Jan. 1, 1991; Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. (1) remove a shopping cart or laundry cart from the premises or parking area of a retail establishment with intent to temporarily or permanently deprive the owner of the cart or the retailer of possession of the cart; (2) remove a shopping cart or laundry cart, without written authorization from the owner of the cart, from the premises or parking area of any retail establishment; (3) possess, without the written permission of the owner or retailer in lawful possession of the cart, a shopping cart or laundry cart outside the premises or parking lot of the retailer whose name or mark appears on the cart; or. May 21, 1973. ); and. This subchapter may be cited as the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act. The assurance shall be in writing and shall be filed with and subject to the approval of the district court in the county in which the alleged violator resides or does business or in the district court of Travis County. 216, Sec. In this subchapter: (1) "Performing musical group" means a vocal or instrumental group seeking to engage in a live musical performance. 17.46) protects consumers from unlawful business practices. 2140), Sec. SALE OF NONHALAL FOOD. & Com. Sec. A consumer aggrieved by a violation of this subchapter may maintain a cause of action for damages in accordance with Section 17.50. (e) A district or county attorney may act under this section so long as the consumer protection division does not intend to act with respect to that matter. June 1, 2002; Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. (a) False, misleading, or deceptive acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce are hereby declared unlawful and are subject to action by the consumer protection division under Sections 17.47, 17.58, Acts 1967, 60th Leg., p. 2343, ch. Added by Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. (iii) has not failed an accreditation for certification. 4, eff. MISUSING DAIRY CONTAINER BEARING PROPRIETARY MARK. During the 60-day period a written request to inspect, in a reasonable manner and at a reasonable time and place, the goods that are the subject of the consumer's action or claim may be presented to the consumer. 1) ' 75-29. (d) If the attorney general determines that the consumer protection division is unable to obtain the charge data described by Subsection (c), the attorney general may adopt rules designating another source of hospital charge data for use by the division in establishing the average charge for emergency care or other care provided by hospital emergency rooms for purposes of Subsection (c). '2 603, Sec. Sec. (B) provided on the Internet website or in a print advertisement routinely is forwarded or transferred to a location that is outside the calling area of the geographical area as indicated by the name of the business. 216, Sec. (a) In this section: (1) "Bakery basket or tray" means a wire or plastic container that holds bread or other baked goods and is used by a distributor or retailer or an agent of a distributor or retailer to transport, store, or carry bakery products. Sec. 7, eff. (b) The permit holder must post the permit in a conspicuous place at the location of the going out of business sale. 17.29. (f) No documentary material produced pursuant to a demand under this section, unless otherwise ordered by a court for good cause shown, shall be produced for inspection or copying by, nor shall its contents be disclosed to any person other than the authorized employee of the office of the attorney general without the consent of the person who produced the material. 603, Sec. & C. Code Sec. (a) In an action brought under Section 17.50 of this subchapter, it is a defense to the award of any damages or attorneys' fees if the defendant proves that before consummation of the transaction he gave reasonable and timely written notice to the plaintiff of the defendant's reliance on: (1) written information relating to the particular goods or service in question obtained from official government records if the written information was false or inaccurate and the defendant did not know and could not reasonably have known of the falsity or inaccuracy of the information; (2) written information relating to the particular goods or service in question obtained from another source if the information was false or inaccurate and the defendant did not know and could not reasonably have known of the falsity or inaccuracy of the information; or. SHORT TITLE. (c) In an action prosecuted by a district or county attorney under this subchapter for a violation of Section 17.46(b)(28), three-fourths of any civil penalty awarded by a court must be paid to the county where the court is located. 2427), Sec. & C. Code Sec. (b) An offense under this section is a Class A misdemeanor. 291, Sec. (c) If a district or county attorney, under the authority of this section, accepts assurance of voluntary compliance under Section 17.58, the district or county attorney must file the assurance of voluntary compliance in the district court in the county in which the alleged violator resides or does business. Aug. 27, 1979; Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 4943, ch. Aug. 27, 1979; Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. Where there are judgments against a defendant which have been awarded to more than one plaintiff, the court shall have discretion to take any action necessary to efficiently operate a receivership in order to accomplish the purpose of collecting the judgments. 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