North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein said high gas prices aren’t always the result of price gouging.
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Gas prices have soared in recent weeks. Many places in the Triad charged more than $4 at one point or another. That led to some complaints of price gouging.
We spoke with North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein (D) to help you understand the state’s price gouging laws and what protections you have.
Price Gouging
Stein said North Carolina’s price gouging laws take effect whenever there’s a state of emergency. However, just because there’s a high price, that doesn’t always mean it’s illegal.
Prices for gas stations have increased because the price of oil also went up. When a business charges more due to higher costs, the increase is legit.
That doesn’t mean all high prices are legal. Stein said some may still overcharge.
You can report price gouging by calling 1-877-5-NO-SCAM or by filing a complaint with the NCDOJ’s office. The office will then review the complaints and possibly take action against a business.
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