FRANKFORT, Ky. (FOX 56) — The Office of the Attorney General continues to receive reports of price gouging across the Commonwealth, which remains under a state of emergency following recent winter storms.
Kentucky law defines price gouging as a grossly excessive charge that exceeds 10% of the price charged before the emergency declaration and is not tied to increased costs for the seller. The law covers essential goods and services, including food, gasoline, natural gas, heating oil, shelter, transportation, emergency cleanup, and repair or reconstruction services such as tree removal.
Since Friday, Jan. 23, Kentuckians have reported 74 cases of suspected price gouging. According to the Attorney General’s office, most complaints involved fuel-related products, including gasoline, kerosene, and propane.
“Severe weather makes us more vulnerable, and scammers know it. Protecting Kentucky consumers during emergencies is a core responsibility of our office,” Attorney General Russell Coleman said.
Coleman urged anyone who believes they have encountered price gouging to report it online or call 1-888-432-9257.
Consumers are reminded to provide as much detail as possible and ensure their complaints include accurate contact information. The Attorney General’s Office of Consumer Protection reviews each complaint to determine whether price gouging has occurred.
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