<p></p> <img src="https://dcr-apis.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/wp_contents/uploads/DCR-ADMIN/Article_Webp/California%2520law.webp?w=1920&q=75" alt="undefined" style="height: auto;width: auto"/> <p></p> <p>Let’s see how much you know about California laws that are designed to protect consumers. Good luck! </p> <p><strong>True or False?</strong><br>1. In California, there’s a “Cooling-Off Rule” that allows consumers three days to cancel a contract for certain purchases. </p> <p>2. California law requires businesses to clearly post their refund policies at the point of sale.</p> <p>3. California prohibits retailers from charging additional fees for customers who use credit cards.</p> <p>4. The California Lemon Law only covers new vehicles, not used ones.</p> <p>5. California law mandates a minimum warranty period for most consumer goods.</p> <p>6. In California, it’s legal for businesses to require customers to provide personal identification for credit card transactions.</p> <p>7. California’s Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act covers both tangible goods and services.</p> <p>8. California law allows businesses to automatically renew subscription services without obtaining explicit consent from the consumer.</p> <p>9. Gift cards in California cannot have expiration dates or service fees.</p> <p>10. California has specific laws regulating the sale of gift certificates.</p> <p>11. An individual in California can only sue for $5,000 or less in Small Claims Court.</p> <p>12. Under the California Automotive Repair Act, repair shops must provide a written estimate, a final invoice and the replaced parts if you ask for them.</p> <p>13. California is the fraud capital of the United States with a median loss of $700 per victim. </p> <p>14. Nail salons don’t have to be licensed in California.</p> <p>15. In California, you have the right to order a debt collector to stop contacting you and they must comply.</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Answers</strong><br>1. True</p> <p>2. True</p> <p>3. True</p> <p>4. False (It covers new and certain used vehicles.)</p> <p>5. False (There’s no specific statewide minimum warranty period.)</p> <p>6. False (Collecting personal identification for credit card transactions is generally restricted.)</p> <p>7. True</p> <p>8. False (Businesses are generally required to obtain consent for automatic renewals.)</p> <p>9. True</p> <p>10. True</p> <p>11. False (The maximum for individuals is $10,000.)</p> <p>12. True</p> <p>13. True (cited in Forbes Magazine)</p> <p>14. False (Licensing is through the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.)</p> <p>15. True </p> <p><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/" target="_self">Use Diamond Certified Resource to find top rated companies.</a></p> <p><strong>Related Articles</strong><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/Guide/Savvy-Consumer/" target="_self">Your Guide to Being a Savvy Consumer</a><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/find-expert-advice/" target="_self">Get Expert Advice From Owners of Top Rated Local Companies</a><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/membership/" target="_self">Become a Diamond Certified Preferred Member (Always Free)</a> </p>
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Let’s see how much you know about California laws that are designed to protect consumers. Good luck!
True or False?
1. In California, there’s a “Cooling-Off Rule” that allows consumers three days to cancel a contract for certain purchases.
2. California law requires businesses to clearly post their refund policies at the point of sale.
3. California prohibits retailers from charging additional fees for customers who use credit cards.
4. The California Lemon Law only covers new vehicles, not used ones.
5. California law mandates a minimum warranty period for most consumer goods.
6. In California, it’s legal for businesses to require customers to provide personal identification for credit card transactions.
7. California’s Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act covers both tangible goods and services.
8. California law allows businesses to automatically renew subscription services without obtaining explicit consent from the consumer.
9. Gift cards in California cannot have expiration dates or service fees.
10. California has specific laws regulating the sale of gift certificates.
11. An individual in California can only sue for $5,000 or less in Small Claims Court.
12. Under the California Automotive Repair Act, repair shops must provide a written estimate, a final invoice and the replaced parts if you ask for them.
13. California is the fraud capital of the United States with a median loss of $700 per victim.
14. Nail salons don’t have to be licensed in California.
15. In California, you have the right to order a debt collector to stop contacting you and they must comply.
Answers
1. True
2. True
3. True
4. False (It covers new and certain used vehicles.)
5. False (There’s no specific statewide minimum warranty period.)
6. False (Collecting personal identification for credit card transactions is generally restricted.)
7. True
8. False (Businesses are generally required to obtain consent for automatic renewals.)
9. True
10. True
11. False (The maximum for individuals is $10,000.)
12. True
13. True (cited in Forbes Magazine)
14. False (Licensing is through the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.)
15. True
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