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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
1. If the attorney general has reasonable belief that an online marketplace is in violation of this chapter, the attorney general has the sole authority to bring civil action to provide for all of the following:
a. Enjoin further violations by the online marketplace.
b. Enforce compliance with this chapter.
c. Assess civil penalties in an amount not more than one hundred thousand dollars.
d. Obtain other remedies permitted under law.
e. Obtain damages, restitution, or other compensation on behalf of residents of the state.
2. This chapter shall not be construed to prevent the state from exercising the power to conduct investigations, administer oaths or affirmations, or compel the attendance of witnesses or the production of documentary and other evidence.
3. The attorney general may adopt rules as necessary to implement this chapter.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Iowa Code Title XIII. Commerce [Chs. 505-554D] § 554F.8. Enforcement--penalties - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ia/title-xiii-commerce-chs-505-554d/ia-code-sect-554f-8/
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