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§ 302. Purpose; rules of construction

The provisions of this chapter shall be liberally construed to protect the consuming public from deceptive and unfair acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce.

§ 303. Definitions

(a) “Advertisement” means any public offer of merchandise with the purpose of attracting the attention of the consumer, whether through the press, handbills or other publications, radio, television, or any other informative media. (b) “Chain referral sale” means the provision or offer to provide a consumer a prize, discount, rebate, or other compensation as an […]

§ 304. Deceptive business acts or practices; chain referral sales; pyramid sales

It is unlawful for any person to engage in unfair methods of competition or unfair or deceptive trade acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce. In construing this chapter, consideration must be given to the interpretations of the Federal Trade Commission and the federal courts relating to 15 U.S.C. § 45 […]