§ 37:785 — Criminal actions and injunctions simultaneous with administrative proceedings before board

Administrative proceedings under this Chapter before the board are not exclusive remedies. Criminal action under the terms of this Chapter may be simultaneously instituted and maintained against the accused for any violation of this Chapter. The board may also separately or simultaneously bring and carry on an action by injunction to restrain a licensed or unlicensed individual from further violation of any of the provisions of this Chapter during the pendency of the criminal proceeding or proceedings before the board and against any unlawful practice thereafter.

Legislative History

Amended by Acts 1977, No. 325, §3; Acts 2001, No. 712, §1.