California's law prohibits any price increase exceeding 10% over pre-emergency prices, aimed at curbing excessive price hikes during declared disasters, affecting all regions in the state.
Price gouging protections can last beyond initial disasters; for instance, those related to past events like the Palisades fire extend until July, safeguarding consumers for the duration.
The law doesn't just target steep increases, even a 30% rise on essential items such as bottled water is categorized as gouging under California's price gouging regulations.
While local laws may vary, California's price gouging protections apply statewide during emergencies, ensuring consistent consumer protections against unfair pricing amidst heightened demand.
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