Filing a Consumer Complaint in Idaho
How to report a business to the Idaho Attorney General or consumer agency, and your rights under the state's consumer protection law.
Short answer: File a complaint with the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division using the online Consumer Complaint Form, or contact the division by phone at 208-334-2424 or toll-free 1-800-432-3545. Idaho Attorney General, Consumer Protection
| Filing a complaint | File a complaint with the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division using the online Consumer Complaint Form, or contact the division by phone at 208-334-2424 or toll-free 1-800-432-3545. The division works through public education, voluntary dispute resolution and enforcement of consumer laws. |
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| Unfair and deceptive practices law | The Idaho Consumer Protection Act (Idaho Code § 48-601 et seq.) prohibits unfair and deceptive acts and practices. A person who buys or leases goods or services and suffers an ascertainable loss because of a violation may treat the agreement as voidable or sue for actual damages or $1,000, whichever is greater, plus restitution and an injunction; the court may award punitive damages for repeated or flagrant violations. Elderly or disabled consumers can recover an enhanced penalty of $15,000 or treble damages, whichever is greater, in certain cases. Source: Idaho Code § 48-608 |
Where to get help in Idaho
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FAQ
How do you file a consumer complaint in Idaho?
File a complaint with the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division using the online Consumer Complaint Form, or contact the division by phone at 208-334-2424 or toll-free 1-800-432-3545. The division works through public education, voluntary dispute resolution and enforcement of consumer laws.
What is the consumer protection law in Idaho?
The Idaho Consumer Protection Act (Idaho Code § 48-601 et seq.) prohibits unfair and deceptive acts and practices. A person who buys or leases goods or services and suffers an ascertainable loss because of a violation may treat the agreement as voidable or sue for actual damages or $1,000, whichever is greater, plus restitution and an injunction; the court may award punitive damages for repeated or flagrant violations. Elderly or disabled consumers can recover an enhanced penalty of $15,000 or treble damages, whichever is greater, in certain cases.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.