Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection

serving the state of wisconsin since 1839

DATCP works to assure safe food, healthy people, animals, plants and environment, vibrant agriculture and fair business practices.

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Motor Vehicles

Motor Vehicle Rentals

Wisconsin law regulates car rental company damage claims against consumers (see Wisconsin Statutes sections 344.57 to 344.579). A car rental company that offers “damage waivers” for a price must give consumers a written notice explaining their rights and responsibilities. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection administers this law, and has adopted damage waiver rules. For more information, see Motor Vehicle Rentals details.