(a) It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to buy pecans for the purpose of resale or the purpose of processing, or to sell such nuts theretofore bought for the purpose of resale, or for the purpose of processing, in amounts exceeding the market value of $5.00 at any one time, without first having registered and obtained a license as provided in this chapter.

(b) Any person, firm, or corporation who violates this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.