50-1133. Same; private remedies.

50-1133

Chapter 50.--UNFAIR TRADE AND CONSUMER PROTECTION
Article 11.--CREDIT SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS

      50-1133.   Same; private remedies.(a) Any consumer injured by a violation of this act or anyruleand regulationpromulgated thereunder may bring an action for recovery of damages. The damagesawarded maynot be less than the amount paid by the consumer to the credit servicesorganization plus reasonableattorney fees and court costs.

      (b)   The consumer may also be awarded punitive damages.

      History:   L. 2004, ch. 22, § 18; July 1.