Nevada AG Warns Against Illegal Gas Price Manipulation
Summary
The Nevada Attorney General's Office has issued a warning to gas retailers against illegal price manipulation during periods of market volatility. The notice reminds businesses of their obligation to adhere to state laws prohibiting price gouging and unfair business practices.
What changed
The Nevada Attorney General's Office has issued a public warning to gas retailers regarding potential price manipulation amidst global market volatility. The warning emphasizes that businesses are prohibited from engaging in illegal price gouging and must comply with Nevada's laws against unfair business practices. The office is monitoring the situation closely to ensure fair pricing for consumers.
Gas retailers in Nevada should be aware of this warning and ensure their pricing practices are compliant with state law, particularly during times of fluctuating fuel costs. Failure to comply could result in enforcement actions by the Attorney General's Bureau of Consumer Protection. Consumers experiencing suspected price gouging are encouraged to report it to the AG's office.
What to do next
- Ensure gas pricing practices comply with Nevada law, particularly during market volatility.
- Report suspected instances of illegal price manipulation or gouging to the Nevada Attorney General's Bureau of Consumer Protection.
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Attorney General Ford Warns Against Illegal Price Manipulation for Gas Amid Global Market Volatility
Mar. 26, 2026
Carson City, NV – Today, Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued the following statement regarding rising gas prices and concerns about potential unlawful price manipulation at the pump:
"Global tensions, including the conflict involving Iran, have impacted fuel markets, but market fluctuations do not justify unlawful price manipulation increases at the gas pump," said Attorney General Ford. "Gas stations must not exploit uncertainty to inflate prices beyond what market conditions support. Our office will enforce Nevada’s consumer protection laws against unfair practices, price fixing and deceptive conduct."
During the 83rd (2025) legislative session, Attorney General Ford sponsored Assembly Bill 44, which would have specially prohibited unfair and deceptive price-fixing for essential goods and services, including gasoline.
Governor Lombardo vetoed the bill.
Nonetheless, the Office of the Attorney General will utilize every tool at its disposal to address potential misconduct. Consumers who suspect price manipulation or unfair trade practices are encouraged to report it to the Nevada Attorney General’s Office.
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