Louisiana AG warns against price gouging during Tropical Storm Francine, with penalties for violations.
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has alerted residents to the illegality of price gouging ahead of Tropical Storm Francine. She emphasized that businesses cannot inflate prices during a state of emergency, with penalties for violations including fines and imprisonment. Consumers are encouraged to report suspected gouging to local authorities or the Attorney General's Office via the Consumer Hotline at 1-800-351-4889.
September 10, 2024
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