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New York Deceptive Trade Practices Laws
Explanation of Chart and More Information on Deceptive Trade Practices
| Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act Adopted | No; Consumer Protection From Deceptive Acts and Practices (§349-350-e) |
| False Advertising Forbidden | Yes (Gen. Bus. §350) |
| Who May Bring Suit | Attorney general (Gen. Bus. §350-d); private litigation (Gen. Bus. §350-e) for party injured |
| Remedies Available | Three times actual damages up to $1,000 for willful violations, attorneys fees (§350-e) |
| Auto Odometer Tampering Forbidden | Yes (Gen. Bus. §392-e), misdemeanor |
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