(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.
Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 1102 (H.B. 2243), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2005.