(A) This section applies only to a refrigerator, icebox or other air-tight or semi-air-tight container that has:
(1) A capacity of at least one and one-half cubic feet;
(2) An opening of at least 50 square inches; and
(3) A door or lid equipped with a latch or other fastening device capable of securing the door or lid shut.
(B) A person may not place a container described by division (A) above outside of a structure or in a warehouse, storage room or unoccupied or abandoned structure so that the container is accessible to children.
(C) A person may not permit a container described by division (A) above to remain in an area specified by division (B) above so that the container is accessible to children.
(D) A person commits an offense if the person violates divisions (B) or (C) above.
(E) An offense under this section is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine.
(F) Each day of a continuing violation constitutes a separate offense.
(2012 Code, § 60-2) Penalty, see § 130.99
Statutory reference:
Similar provisions, see Tex. Health and Safety Code §§ 756.011 et seq.