Section 706.001 - Definitions(a) The definitions adopted under Sections 2251.002 and 2301.002 and the terms described by Sections 2251.003 and 2301.003 apply to this chapter.(b) In this chapter, "identity theft" means a criminal offense described by Section 32.51, Penal Code, or a substantially similar federal law or law in another state.Amended By Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 730, Sec. 2D.017, eff. 4/1/2009.Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 102, Sec. 3, eff. 9/1/2005.