MN SF3136

Amends Minnesota Statutes section 8.31, subdivision 3a to make private remedies for certain consumer protection violations subject to new restrictions in subdivision 3d.

Limits civil actions for violations of the Unlawful Trade Practices Act (sections 325D.09-325D.16), Prevention of Consumer Fraud Act (sections 325F.68-325F.70), and False Statement in Advertisement Act (section 325F.67) to natural persons who purchase or lease goods, services, or real estate for personal, family, or household purposes.

Requires plaintiffs in individual actions, class actions, or other lawsuit types to plead and prove on an individual basis that the deceptive act or practice caused them to enter into the transaction resulting in damages.

Prohibits damage awards without proof that the person seeking damages suffered an actual out-of-pocket loss, defined as the difference between the amount paid and the actual market value of the goods or services received.

Both sections become effective the day following final enactment.