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<p></p> <img src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/dcr-apis/wp_contents/uploads/DCR-ADMIN/California%20law.jpeg?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>
