MN HF4073

Amends Minnesota Statutes 2016, section 325F.71 to strengthen consumer fraud protections for senior citizens (age 62+), vulnerable adults, and persons with disabilities.

Increases supplemental civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation when deceptive trade practices, false advertising, or consumer fraud is directed at protected populations.

Adds factor (5) to penalty considerations: whether defendant provided or arranged health care or services that are inferior to, substantially different than, or substantially more expensive than offered, promised, marketed, or advertised.

Prioritizes restitution over civil penalties in cases involving protected populations.

Allows injured parties to bring civil actions for damages, costs, investigation expenses, reasonable attorney's fees, and equitable relief as determined by the court.