NJ S5022

Retail establishments must provide refunds to consumers for defective merchandise purchased at self-service or automated retail kiosks operating within the store but not operated by the store itself

Consumers must present a receipt or other proof of purchase to receive a refund for defective kiosk merchandise

Kiosk operators are required to reimburse retail establishments for the cost of refunds provided to consumers under this law

Violations carry civil penalties of up to $2,500 for a first offense and up to $5,000 for a second offense, enforceable through the Superior Court