Filing a Consumer Complaint in Minnesota
How to report a business to the Minnesota Attorney General or consumer agency, and your rights under the state's consumer protection law.
Short answer: The Attorney General's office encourages filing a Consumer Assistance Request Form online (available in several languages). Minnesota Attorney General, File a Complaint
| Filing a complaint | The Attorney General's office encourages filing a Consumer Assistance Request Form online (available in several languages). Its Consumer Action Division contacts businesses to try to resolve disputes voluntarily, though it cannot force a company to respond. You can also call (651) 296-3353 in the Twin Cities or (800) 657-3787 elsewhere in Minnesota. |
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| Unfair and deceptive practices law | Minnesota law prohibits using fraud, unfair or unconscionable practices, false pretenses, misrepresentation or deceptive practices in connection with the sale of goods or services. Any person injured by a violation may sue to recover damages, plus costs, investigation costs and reasonable attorney fees, and other equitable relief. |
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FAQ
How do you file a consumer complaint in Minnesota?
The Attorney General's office encourages filing a Consumer Assistance Request Form online (available in several languages). Its Consumer Action Division contacts businesses to try to resolve disputes voluntarily, though it cannot force a company to respond. You can also call (651) 296-3353 in the Twin Cities or (800) 657-3787 elsewhere in Minnesota.
What is the consumer protection law in Minnesota?
Minnesota law prohibits using fraud, unfair or unconscionable practices, false pretenses, misrepresentation or deceptive practices in connection with the sale of goods or services. Any person injured by a violation may sue to recover damages, plus costs, investigation costs and reasonable attorney fees, and other equitable relief.
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.