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Wisconsin Deceptive Trade Practices Laws
Explanation of Chart and More Information on Deceptive Trade Practices
| Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act Adopted | No; Wisconsin Consumer Act (§§421 to 427) |
| False Advertising Forbidden | Yes (§423.301) |
| Who May Bring Suit | Class actions; individuals; administrator (§426.110) |
| Remedies Available | Customer entitled to retain goods received without obligation to pay and recover any sums paid to merchant (§425.305); fine up to $2,000 (§425.401); injunction, attorney's fees (§426.110) |
| Auto Odometer Tampering Forbidden | Yes (§347.415) up to $5,000 fine and/or up to 12 months in county jail (§347.50) |
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