Filing a Consumer Complaint in Kansas
How to report a business to the Kansas Attorney General or consumer agency, and your rights under the state's consumer protection law.
Short answer: The Kansas Consumer Protection Act (K.S.A. 50-623 et seq.) prohibits deceptive and unconscionable acts by suppliers in consumer transactions. K.S.A. 50-634, 50-636
| Unfair and deceptive practices law | The Kansas Consumer Protection Act (K.S.A. 50-623 et seq.) prohibits deceptive and unconscionable acts by suppliers in consumer transactions. A consumer aggrieved by a violation can seek a declaratory judgment or injunction and may recover, in an individual action, actual damages or a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per violation, whichever is greater. Class actions for damages are allowed only for certain specifically listed violations. Civil penalty provision: https://www.ksrevisor.gov/statutes/chapters/ch50/050_006_0036.html Source: K.S.A. 50-634, 50-636 |
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FAQ
What is the consumer protection law in Kansas?
The Kansas Consumer Protection Act (K.S.A. 50-623 et seq.) prohibits deceptive and unconscionable acts by suppliers in consumer transactions. A consumer aggrieved by a violation can seek a declaratory judgment or injunction and may recover, in an individual action, actual damages or a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per violation, whichever is greater. Class actions for damages are allowed only for certain specifically listed violations.
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.