Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

09/30/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/30/2024 12:53

VDACS Encourages Reporting of Suspected Motor Vehicle Fuel Price Gouging in Virginia

September 30, 2024
VDACS Encourages Reporting of Suspected Motor Vehicle Fuel Price Gouging in Virginia

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services stands ready to investigate complaints regarding the gasoline and motor vehicle fuels portion of the Anti-Gouging Act in Virginia.

If you suspect price gouging in your area, please submit a report using the form at www.vdacs.virginia.gov/pdf/pricegouging.pdf.

For price gouging complaints involving other consumer goods or services, e.g. water, ice, food, generators, batteries, home repair materials and services, and tree removal services, please contact the Consumer Protection Section in the Office of the Attorney General at (800) 552-9963 or (804) 786-2042, or visit www.oag.state.va.us and select "Citizen Resources."