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New York · Through 2026-09-11

N.Y. General Business Law § 527: Definitions

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  1. General Business Law
  2. Article 29-BB. Prohibited Service Offer Practices

§ 527. Definitions. For the purposes of this article, the following

definitions shall apply:

1. "Automatic renewal" means a plan or arrangement in which a paid

subscription or purchasing agreement is automatically renewed at the end

of a definite term for a subsequent term.

2. "Clear and conspicuous" means in larger type than the surrounding

text, or in contrasting type, font, or color to the surrounding text of

the same size, or set off from the surrounding text of the same size by

symbols or other marks, in a manner that clearly calls attention to the

language. In the case of an audio disclosure, "clear and conspicuous"

means in a volume and cadence sufficient to be readily audible and

understandable.

3. "Consumer" means any individual who seeks or acquires, by purchase

or lease, any goods, services, money, or credit for personal, family, or

household purposes.

4. "Continuous service" means a plan or arrangement in which a

subscription or purchasing agreement continues until the consumer

cancels the service.

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