Action Penalty
Unlawful possession of a live restricted species Civil fine of up to $5,000
Possession of a live restricted species that is done knowing that it is unlawful Misdemeanor subject to a fine of $1,000 to $10,000. May be imprisoned for up to one year.
Possession of a restricted species with intent to damage natural resources Felony subject to a fine of $1,000 to $250,000. May be imprisoned for up to two years.
Selling or offering to sell a restricted species Civil fine of $1,000 to $10,000
Introduction of a restricted species without proper permit Misdemeanor subject to a fine of $500 to $5,000. May be imprisoned for up to six months.
Introduction of a restricted species by one who knew or should have known it was nonnative Misdemeanor subject to a fine of $1,000 to $10,000. May be imprisoned for up to one year.
Introduction of a restricted species knowing that it is unlawful Felony subject to a fine of $1,000 to $250,000. May be imprisoned for up to two years.
Introduction of a restricted species with the intent to damage natural resources Felony subject to a fine of $1,000 to $500,000. May be imprisoned for up to three years.

Livingston, Texas (KETK) - Last summer we reported zebra mussels had been discovered in Lake Livingston.
This month, Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD) biologists say the lake is now "fully infested."

The COE is bringing water from the Trinity River in to Lake Houston early next year via a pipeline/canal. (The Luce
Bayou Interbasin Transfer Project) Along with Zebra mussels we will also receive Dioxins and PCB's from the heavily polluted Trinity River.
It is a shame that our government is allowed to do this but an individual can be fined and/or sent to prison for doing so.
Sent lots of emails and talked to lots of people on this subject but to no avail.
Very sad state of affairs in my opinion.