(a) The secretary of state may refer a reported violation of law for appropriate action to the attorney general, if the attorney general has jurisdiction, or to a prosecuting attorney having jurisdiction. (b) If the secretary of state believes that a state inspector was unlawfully prevented or obstructed from the performance of the inspector's duties, the secretary of state may seek: (1) injunctive relief under Section 273.081, including issuance of temporary orders; (2) a writ of mandamus under Section 161.009 or 273.061; and (3) any other remedy available under law. Amended by:
§ § 34.005ACTION BY SECRETARY OF STATE
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