Amazon violated online shopper protection law, US judge rules ahead of Prime signup trial

Posted under: Online Security
Date: 2025-09-18
Amazon Breaches US Online Shopper Protection Law | Justo Global

A U.S. District Court judge has determined that Amazon violated the Restore Online Shoppers Confidence Act (ROSCA) by collecting billing details from Prime subscribers before disclosing the service's terms. Judge John Chun’s ruling supports the FTC, which accuses Amazon of deceiving millions into subscribing and complicating cancellation efforts. “Amazon defrauded American consumers,” stated Chris Mufarrige, head of the FTC's consumer protection bureau, emphasizing potential accountability for Amazon executives as well.

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