The following terms, as used in this chapter, shall have the meaning stated hereinbelow:\n(a) Department. — Shall mean the Department of Consumer Affairs.\n(b) Establishment. — Shall mean any structure, building, location, warehouse, lot or similar place in which any type of operation involving the sale, retailing or distribution of goods and services to consumers is conducted.\n(c) Warranty. — Shall mean the document issued by an establishment to affirm the suitability and quality of the goods sold or of the services rendered to consumers, and where there is a commitment of the establishment and/or the manufacturer of the product to reimburse, repair, substitute or offer any other adequate remedy to correct any faults, defects or deficiencies identified in those goods or services within a specific term.\n(d) Purchase receipt. — Shall mean the written document or receipt stating the date, time and place, the acquired good and/or the type of service rendered, and the amount paid by the consumer to an establishment for certain goods or services.\nHistory —May 16, 2006, No. 95, § 2.
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