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Michigan law requires that the price of most items in stores be displayed by any method that clearly and reasonably conveys the price in the store at the place where the item is located. If you are charged more than the price displayed, the law gives you specific rights (see other side). Keep this card in your
The Scanner Law requires the seller to pay the buyer an amount equaling the difference between the displayed price and the price charged. The seller may avoid a lawsuit by also paying the buyer a bonus equal to ten times that difference, with a minimum of $1.00 and a maximum of $5.00.
If you choose not to pay the bonus (bounty) or even the difference, your customer has the legal right to take you to court and may receive $250.00 in damages and up to $300.00 in attorneys' fees. Things to remember and take with you:
8 sie 2023 · The Michigan Price Scanner Law, enacted in 1976, requires retailers to accurately display prices on items and provide accurate electronic scanner pricing. If the scanned price is higher than the displayed or advertised price, customers may be eligible for a refund and additional compensation.
AN ACT to regulate certain pricing of consumer items and the advertising of consumer items, goods, merchandise, and commodities; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local officials; to provide remedies and penalties; to make appropriations; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. History:2011, Act 15, Eff. Sept. 1, 2011.
21 lis 2023 · Michigan’s “Shopping Reform and Modernization Act” protects consumers when an item purchased scans at a higher price. The law took effect on Sept. 1, 2011, and replaced Michigan's item ...
23 wrz 2023 · Michigan scanner law, also known as the Michigan Pricing and Advertising of Consumer Items Act, requires retailers to charge customers the lowest displayed price at checkout. This helps protect consumers from being overcharged due to outdated or incorrect pricing.
