Walmart to Pay $5.6M to Settle Consumer Protection Lawsuit Accusing the Company of Overcharging California Customers

State officials announced Friday that Walmart, the nation’s largest retailer, will pay $5.6 million to settle a consumer protection lawsuit accusing the company of overcharging its customers.

According to the Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office, Walmart allegedly sold products with less weight than what was shown on the label — including produce, baked goods and other prepared foods or items.

The civil complaint, filed by multiple California counties including San Bernardino County, also accused the retail giant of unlawfully charging customers more than their lowest advertised or posted price.

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