13-21-9. Damages -- Punitive damages -- Attorney's fees and costs -- Remedies.
(1) Any buyer injured by a violation of this chapter may bring any action for recovery of
damages. Judgment shall be entered for actual damages, but in no case less than the amount paid
by the buyer to the credit services organization, plus reasonable attorneys' fees and costs. An
award may also be entered for punitive damages.
(2) The remedies provided under this chapter are in addition to any other procedures or
remedies for any violation or conduct provided for in any other law.
(3) The Division of Consumer Protection may maintain an action for damages or
injunctive relief on behalf of itself or any other person to enforce compliance with this chapter.
Any judgment granted in favor of the division shall include, in addition to any other monetary
award or injunctive relief, an award of reasonable attorneys' fees, court costs, and costs of
investigation.
Amended by Chapter 96, 1988 General Session
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