To be found guilty of violating a consumer protection statute or a deceptive trade practices act, a defendant must be proven guilty of fraud.

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While fraud is often a key element in cases of consumer protection or deceptive trade practices, it is not the only requirement for a defendant to be found guilty. These types of laws typically prohibit a variety of unfair or deceptive practices, which may not always involve intentional deception or fraud.

To Be Found Guilty of Violating a Consumer Protection Statute