California · Civil Code

CIV §2982.1: It shall be unlawful for any seller to induce or attempt to induce any person to enter into a contract subject to this chapter by offering a rebate, discount, commission, or other consideration, conti

Misdemeanor

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Sellers cannot offer rebates, discounts, or other incentives conditional on buyers selling the same or related goods or providing sales assistance.

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It shall be unlawful for any seller to induce or attempt to induce any person to enter into a contract subject to this chapter by offering a rebate, discount, commission, or other consideration, contingent upon the happening of a future event, on the condition that the buyer either sells, or gives information or assistance for the purpose of leading to a sale by the seller of, the same or related goods.

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