Texas § TX.202.001 - DEFINITIONS
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § TX.202.001 — DEFINITIONS, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ TX.202.001. DEFINITIONS
DEFINITIONS. In this chapter: (1) "Carrier" means a person who owns, operates, or manages a means of transporting oil. (2) "First purchaser" means a person who purchases crude oil from a producer. (3) "Oil" means crude oil or other oil taken from the earth, regardless of the gravity of the oil. (4) "Producer" means a person who takes oil from the earth or water in any manner, a person who owns, controls, manages, or leases an oil well, or a person who owns an interest, including a royalty interest, in oil or its value, whether the oil is produced by the person owning the interest or by another on his behalf by lease, contract, or any other arrangement. (5) "Royalty interest" means an interest in mineral rights in a producing leasehold in the state, but does not include the interest of a person having the management and operation of a well. (6) "Subsequent purchaser" means a person who purchases oil from a person other than the producer of the oil, or a person operating a reclamation plant, topping plant, treating plant, refinery, or processing plant. Acts 1981, 67th Leg., p. 1736, ch. 389, Sec. 1, eff. Jan. 1, 1982.
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § TX.202.001
What does The Texas Constitution § TX.202.001 cover?
Section TX.202.001 ("DEFINITIONS") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Texas § TX.202.001?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § TX.202.001" (Texas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § TX.202.001 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Texas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Texas.