Full question:
What if I suspect price gouging because of Hurricane Harvey? Price gouging or spiking costs of goods, services, or commodities to a much higher level than considered reasonable is illegal, especially during or after a disaster. Contact the Texas Attorney General’s Office to fill out a complaint form. https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/cpd/price-gouging
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- State: National
Answer:
Price gouging or spiking costs of goods, services, or commodities to a much higher level than considered reasonable is illegal, especially during or after a disaster. Contact the Texas Attorney General’s Office to fill out a complaint form. https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/cpd/price-gougingThis content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Legal statutes mentioned reflect the law at the time the content was written and may no longer be current. Always verify the latest version of the law before relying on it.