2025 Session
Last amended: 1993 session
§ 325E.19 — Exemptions
Plain-Language Summary
This section governs unsolicited merchandise sent to consumers. You have no obligation to pay for or return goods you did not order. Unsolicited merchandise is considered an unconditional gift.
325E.19 EXEMPTIONS.
Sections 325E.169 to 325E.201 do not apply to any person who transfers or causes to be transferred any recordings (a) intended for or in connection with radio or television broadcast transmission or related uses, (b) for archival purposes, (c) for library purposes, (d) for educational purposes, or (e) solely for the personal use of the person transferring or causing the transfer and without any compensation being derived by the person from the transfer.
History:
1973 c 579 s 3; 1993 c 221 s 4
History: History: 1973 c 579 s 3; 1993 c 221 s 4
Practical Notes
If a company sends you something you did not order and then demands payment, you can keep it for free. Sending unordered goods and demanding payment is considered an unfair trade practice.