Hallsville Tampering ordinance (§ 710.230)
Chapter 710: Sewer System · Article III. Sewer Rates
In short: It's a misdemeanor to tamper with any sewer line, to connect to the city sewer system without written permission from the city, or to reconnect water service that was shut off for an unpaid sewer bill unless that bill has been paid in full.
Our plain-English summary, not the official text or legal advice. The ordinance below is what counts.
It shall be a misdemeanor for any person or persons to tamper with any sewer line or to make any connection with the sewerage system of the City without written permission from the City or to reconnect water services when such services have been discontinued for non-payment of a bill for sewerage services, unless such bill for sewerage services has been paid in full.
Official source: City of Hallsville official Code of Ordinances (online), § 710.230
Last checked November 1, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.