Section 383:10-d Consumer Complaints and Restitution.

The commissioner shall have exclusive authority and jurisdiction to investigate conduct that is or may be an unfair or deceptive act or practice under RSA 358-A and exempt under RSA 358-A:3, I or that may violate any of the provisions of Titles XXXV and XXXVI and administrative rules adopted thereunder. The commissioner may hold hearings relative to such conduct and may order restitution for a person or persons adversely affected by such conduct. The commissioner may request the assistance and services of the consumer protection and antitrust bureau of the department of justice. In the instance of conduct involving an alleged criminal offense, the commissioner shall refer to the department of justice all aspects relevant to the criminal investigation and prosecution of such matter.

Source. 1985, 55:6. 2004, 210:2, eff. Aug. 10, 2004.