Texas Transportation Code

§ 463.063 — FARE ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS

TN § 463.063Title 6. ROADWAYS · Part K. MASS TRANSPORTATION · Ch. 463. REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITIES · Art. B. POWERS OF AUTHORITIES

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(a)An authority may employ or contract for persons to serve as fare enforcement officers to enforce the payment of fares for use of the public transportation system by:

(1)requesting and inspecting evidence showing payment of the appropriate fare from a person using the public transportation system; and

(2)issuing a citation to a person described by Section 463.062(d).

(b)Before commencing duties as a fare enforcement officer, a person must complete at least eight hours of training approved by the authority that is appropriate to the duties required of a fare enforcement officer.

(c)While performing duties, a fare enforcement officer shall:

(1)wear a distinctive uniform, badge, or insignia that identifies the person as a fare enforcement officer; and

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Legislative history

Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 151 (H.B. 71), Sec. 1, eff. May 24, 2019.