Which statement best describes the role of TDLR regarding sanitation violations?

• A. They only issue fines
• B. They only issue warnings
• C. They may be referred to for enforcement
• D. They have no authority

Answer: (C)

The key idea is that a regulatory agency’s job in sanitation violations is to enforce rules, not just issue penalties in isolation. When a violation is found, the agency can take enforcement steps such as issuing notices, requiring corrective actions, and moving to formal enforcement actions if needed. They may be involved in the process through referrals or by taking direct enforcement action, including penalties or license sanctions. This makes the statement about being referred to for enforcement the best description of their role, because it captures both the referral and the agency’s ability to enforce. The other possibilities—focusing only on fines or only on warnings—don’t reflect the broader enforcement authority, and the idea that the agency has no authority is simply incorrect.