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Hawaii Deceptive Trade Practices Laws
Explanation of Chart and More Information on Deceptive Trade Practices
| Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act Adopted | Yes (§481A) Uniform Deceptive Trade Practice Act |
| False Advertising Forbidden | Yes (§481A-3; 708.871 Criminal Code) false advertising misdemeanor |
| Who May Bring Suit | Consumer Protection Agency (§487); private parties (§481A-4) |
| Remedies Available | Injunction; costs to prevailing party; attorney's fees (481A-4); false advertising misdemeanor |
| Auto Odometer Tampering Forbidden | Yes (§486-77)(1) and (4) |
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