Chipotle to Pay $246,000 in California Gift Card Redemption Judgment
Chipotle will pay $246,000 in civil penalties, restitution, and costs to settle allegations that it violated California's gift card redemption law, as announced by Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko.
The settlement resolves claims that Chipotle, operating 499 restaurants in the state, failed to allow customers to redeem gift cards with balances under $10 for cash, as required by state law.
Under California Civil Code Section 1749.5, consumers holding gift cards valued at less than $10 may request a cash refund instead of using the remaining balance.
Chipotle operates restaurants in various locations, including Calabasas, Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Moorpark, and Camarillo.
Author's summary: Chipotle settles gift card redemption allegations for $246,000.