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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
The following definitions shall apply in this chapter:
(a)Consumer. A “consumer” is an individual who borrows, leases, buys or obtains money, property or services under a written agreement.
(b)Consumer contract. A written agreement is a “consumer contract,” if:
(1) A consumer enters into the agreement primarily for personal, family or household purposes; and
(2) The agreement is one in which the consumer: (A) Borrows up to twenty-five thousand dollars or receives up to twenty-five thousand dollars in credit from a person who lends money or extends credit in the ordinary course of business; or (B) agrees to pay up to twenty-five thousand dollars to buy or lease personal property or services from a person who is acting in the ordinary course of business; or (C) leases any residential dwelling.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Connecticut General Statutes Title 42. Business, Selling, Trading and Collection Practices § 42-151. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ct/title-42-business-selling-trading-and-collection-practices/ct-gen-st-sect-42-151/
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