Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers has filed four additional lawsuits in Madison County as part of ongoing efforts to address unlawful conduct within the THC industry. The lawsuits target four shops in Norfolk: Smokin’ Deals, Smokes R. Less, Vapor Hutt, and NP Mart.
Hilgers announced that none of the products tested by his office were accurately labeled. The actions are part of a broader initiative to curb the sale of mislabeled, contaminated, and harmful THC products, which pose significant risks to consumers, particularly children.
“With our new complaints, we are ramping up our efforts to clean up Nebraska,” said Hilgers. “For the first time, we have sued every store in a community. These stores are misleading Nebraskans. Not one of the products we tested were accurately labeled, and many contained controlled substances.”
The lawsuits highlight several concerning practices:
- Unfair Practices: Failing to implement age verification processes and selling THC products to children.
- Deceptive Practices: Misrepresenting THC concentrations and failing to disclose contained cannabinoids.
- Harmful Products: Selling products that have led to hospitalizations.
Congressman Mike Flood joined Hilgers in Norfolk for the announcement. “Norfolk is a microcosm of a widespread problem across the state. Dangerous and misleading THC smoke shops have popped up in our communities, harming our people and impacting our way of life,” stated Flood.
The lawsuits were filed in Madison County District Court under allegations that these shops violated multiple consumer protection laws including the Consumer Protection Act and Nebraska’s Pure Food Act. The Attorney General's Office seeks injunctive relief, civil penalties, and other remedies.
The Nebraska Attorney General’s Office continues its commitment to enforcing consumer protection laws and safeguarding Nebraska consumers from harmful practices.
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