Laws

Consumer laws that protect you.

Fair Trading Act: The Fair Trading Act makes it illegal for traders to mislead consumers, give them false information, or use unfair trading practices. Information on the Act and what it means for you as a consumer.
Consumer Guarantees Act: The Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) sets out guarantees that goods and services must meet when sold by someone in trade - that is, a retailer or service person.
Other laws: Other laws that the Ministry of Consumer Affairs administers that protect you as a consumer.