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New Jersey Deceptive Trade Practices Laws
Explanation of Chart and More Information on Deceptive Trade Practices
| Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act Adopted | No (§§56:8-1, et seq.) |
| False Advertising Forbidden | Yes (§56:8-2) |
| Who May Bring Suit | Attorney general, private party (§56.8-10, 11) |
| Remedies Available | Penalty as Attorney General deems proper (§56.8-3.1); injunction; penalty up to $7,500 for first offense and $15,000 for second (§56:8-13) attorney general may recover costs of suit in an action maintained by the state (§56:8-11); senior citizens receive twice the amount or value (§56:8-14) |
| Auto Odometer Tampering Forbidden | Yes (§2C:21-8) |
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