Connecticut's price-gouging laws have taken effect because the governor declared a state of emergency.
The following restrictions apply:
- No one shall increase the price of any retail item in a location which is subject to a disaster emergency declaration issued by the Governor. This section shall not prohibit the usual fluctuation in price that occurs during the normal course of business. (Section 42-230)
- If consumers believe a business is charging an unreasonable price, or has raised its price to take advantage of the emergency, they can contact the Department of Consumer Protection at 1-800-842-2649.
Special thanks to State Senator Len Suzio for proactively sending this out.
