Compare state statutes by provision

Choose a provision to compare what was found in the reviewed statute text for the 50 states and the District of Columbia.

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• Private right of action — 44 found. Whether a person may bring a civil action under the statute.
• Actual damages — 43 found. Recovery for the loss a person actually suffered.
• Statutory minimum damages — 18 found. A stated minimum or fixed amount of damages.
• Multiple or punitive damages — 30 found. Damages multiplied or increased to punish unlawful conduct.
• Attorney fees — 43 found. Rules for recovering the cost of legal representation.
• Notice or demand before suit — 16 found. Notice or a demand that must be sent before bringing an action.
• Class action limits — 20 found. Restrictions on bringing claims on behalf of a class.
• FTC interpretation clause — 22 found. Directions to consider FTC or federal interpretations when applying the statute.
• Time limit for a claim — 27 found. The period in which an action must be brought.
• Injunctive relief — 44 found. Court orders requiring conduct to stop or change.
• Attorney general civil penalties — 37 found. Civil monetary penalties sought by the attorney general.