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Australian Consumer Law (ACL)

Summary

A national law in Australia that protects consumers against unfair contract terms, misleading conduct, and product safety issues.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Automatic guarantees that goods will work and do what they are supposed to do.
  • 02.
    Protection against misleading or deceptive conduct by businesses.
  • 03.
    Protection from unfair terms in standard form consumer contracts.
  • 04.
    Right to a remedy (repair, replacement, or refund) for major failures.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Civil pecuniary penalties of up to $50 million for corporations
  • 02.
    Penalties for individuals up to $2.5 million
  • 03.
    Public warning notices issued by regulators

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