The Unfair Trade Practices Act

The Unfair Trade Practices Act is a law designed to protect consumers and honest businesses from deceptive or dishonest practices. It bans tactics like false advertising, misleading sales, and unfair competition. The law aims to promote fair dealings in commerce by ensuring that businesses compete honestly and consumers are not misled or harmed by unfair actions. When violations occur, authorities can investigate, penalize, and stop these unfair practices to maintain a fair marketplace.