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Can you summarize Tex. Bus. & Com. Chapter 607?
RIGHTS AND DUTIES OF CONSUMERS AND MERCHANTS > PAYMENT CARD SKIMMERS ON MOTOR FUEL METERING DEVICES
Short Summary
This legal document governs the use of payment card skimmers on motor fuel metering devices by merchants selling motor fuel to retail customers. It defines various terms related to the subject matter and includes provisions regarding wire or electronic devices capable of intercepting electronic communications or data for fraudulent purposes. The document requires merchants with unattended payment terminals on motor fuel dispensers to implement procedures to prevent the installation of skimmers, find and remove skimmers, and report their discovery to the department. The attorney general is responsible for establishing reasonable policies and procedures for compliance. The department may accept reports of suspected skimmers from various entities and conduct inspections in coordination with law enforcement agencies. Merchants are required to cooperate with investigations and permit inspections and alterations of motor fuel metering devices. The document also addresses the confidentiality of information related to payment card skimmers, allowing access to certain entities. Offenses and penalties related to payment card skimmers are also covered, but the specific penalties for non-compliance or violation are not provided in the given content.
Whom does it apply to?
Merchants who sell motor fuel through motor fuel metering devices to retail customers
What does it govern?
The use of payment card skimmers on motor fuel metering devices
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
The penalties for non-compliance or violation of the document's provisions are not specified in the provided content.
Jurisdiction
Texas